Domiko7/competitive-programming: Files from from my competitive programming journey :) · GitHub

This repository contains files/exercises from my competitive programming journey :D

Please keep in mind not all of my stuff are here, some might get added later, some might not.

Competitive programming is a mind sport where participants solve algorithmic and mathematical problems using programming. Competitors write code to solve problems as quickly and correctly as possible, usually within a limited time.

These competitions are often held online or at organized events. Participants are given a set of problems that test skills such as:

• Algorithms
• Data structures
• Mathematics
• Logic and problem-solving
• Code optimization and efficiency

1. Contestants receive several programming problems.
2. They write programs to solve them.
3. The programs are submitted to an automated judging system.
4. The system checks the program against multiple test cases.
5. Points are awarded based on correctness and sometimes speed.

• Time limits: usually 1–5 hours per contest
• Memory limits: programs must use limited memory
• Multiple languages allowed: e.g., C++, Python, Java
• Automatic judging: submissions are instantly tested

• Codeforces
• LeetCode
• AtCoder
• TopCoder
• HackerRank

Competitive programming helps improve:

• Algorithmic thinking
• Efficient coding
• Debugging under time pressure
• Mathematical reasoning
• Problem decomposition

People participate in competitive programming to:

• Prepare for technical interviews
• Improve problem-solving skills
• Compete globally with other programmers
• Qualify for events like the International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC)

In short, competitive programming is a structured way to practice advanced programming and algorithmic problem-solving through timed competitions.