Contest Strategy: Plan and Execution
When the day of the contest arrived, I followed a well-thought-out strategy to maximize my performance:
- Reading the Problems: I carefully read through all the problems at the beginning. This helped me gauge the difficulty levels and decide on the order in which to tackle them.
- Starting with Easier Problems: I began with the problems I found easiest. Solving these quickly boosted my confidence and secured some early points.
- Time Management: I allocated a specific amount of time to each problem based on its perceived difficulty. If I got stuck on a problem, I moved on to the next one to ensure I made the most of the available time.
- Debugging: I ensured to thoroughly test my solutions with different edge cases to avoid unnecessary penalties from incorrect submissions.
- Staying Calm: Remaining calm and composed throughout the contest was essential. Panicking would only lead to mistakes and wasted time.
w3wiki Journey of Winning a Top 10 Rank in Weekly Coding Contest
Competing in coding contests is a thrilling way to sharpen problem-solving skills, enhance algorithmic thinking, and stand out in the programming community. w3wiki (GFG), renowned for its vast repository of coding resources and community-driven content, hosts weekly coding contests that attract coders from around the globe. Achieving a top 10 rank in one of these contests is no small feat. Here’s how I managed to do it, along with some tips and strategies that could help you achieve similar success.