Leetcode series
Apr 21, 2024
At TheTechCruise.com, our journey through tackling about 400 LeetCode problems has not only honed our skills but also opened our eyes to the intricacies of the hiring process in tech. We’ve mentored many along the way and noticed that solving puzzles has become almost synonymous with job interviews. While problem-solving is undeniably essential, it’s merely a slice of the broader spectrum of skills necessary for a role.
We believe that a truly effective hiring process should encompass more than just problem-solving. It should thoroughly assess system design, low-level design, and the candidate's ability to reason through various scenarios and solutions. Unfortunately, modern interviews often miss these aspects, lacking the depth and personal touch needed to truly gauge a candidate's full potential.
And since this is the world we currently live in, it's crucial that we hone our problem-solving skills to not only meet but exceed the expectations set by today's technical interviews. Recognizing this necessity, we’re launching a new blog series aimed at demystifying the problem-solving aspect of technical interviews. This series will empower you with not only the how-to of tackling various problems but also the strategic thinking that underpins successful solutions.
Each post will provide a comprehensive breakdown of problem-solving strategies, giving you insights into our thought process and the reasoning behind choosing a particular approach. Here is the skeleton format we intend to follow -
- Reference to LeetCode or similar platforms - We'll start with a reference to the problem to keep things grounded and accessible.
- Problem Statement - We'll outline the problem to give you a clear sense of what’s being tackled.
- Hints - We’ll share initial hints or clues that guided our thought process, potentially easing you into the solution.
- Approaches Explored -
- Pros - We’ll discuss what made certain solutions appealing.
- Cons - We’ll analyze the drawbacks or limitations we faced.
- Finalized Approach - We'll share the solution we settled on and explain why it was our chosen strategy.
- Executable Code - Finally, we’ll provide the actual code that you can run to see the solution in action.
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