ALGORITHMS & CONTEST PROBLEM SOLVING

Competitive
Programming.
Think faster.
Solve smarter.

Go beyond familiar DSA questions. Learn to read constraints, recognise advanced patterns and build the discipline to solve unfamiliar contest problems.

Intermediate → AdvancedC++ · Algorithms · Contests
Advanced patternsTimed practiceUpsolving habits
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PUT IT TO WORKPractice + course projects
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ALGORITHMS & CONTEST PROBLEM SOLVING

Read the constraints.
Find the algorithm.

Go beyond familiar DSA problems. Learn algorithmic patterns, contest strategy and the discipline to solve unfamiliar challenges.

Choose a viable approach

Use complexity and input limits to move from brute force to an efficient solution.

Expand your algorithm toolkit

Practise number theory, range queries, graphs and dynamic programming.

Build contest consistency

Use timed problem sets, analysis and upsolving to improve your decision-making.

Your skills matter in the AI era.

Contest reasoning starts with your own understanding of constraints, proofs and complexity. Use your algorithmic foundations to evaluate suggested approaches and keep your practice aligned with the rules of each platform.

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A ROADMAP THAT BUILDS ON ITSELF

From familiar DSA
to unfamiliar challenges.

Build on programming and DSA with algorithmic patterns, contest strategy and deliberate practice.

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Complete topics, assignments and learning outcomes.

Contest foundations
  • Complexity
  • Fast input/output
  • STL
  • Constraints
  • Brute force vs optimization

Put it into practice Solve starter contest problems and write an analysis.

Translate constraints into a viable algorithm.

Core algorithm patterns
  • Binary search on answer
  • Two pointers
  • Prefix sums
  • Greedy proofs
  • Bit manipulation

Put it into practice Complete a pattern-based timed problem set.

Recognize reusable approaches to unfamiliar problems.

Number theory & combinatorics
  • GCD
  • Sieve
  • Modular arithmetic
  • Fast exponentiation
  • Counting
  • Combinatorial basics

Put it into practice Build and test reusable number theory utilities.

Solve mathematical and counting problems.

Advanced data structures & graphs
  • Fenwick trees
  • Segment trees
  • DSU
  • Shortest paths
  • MST
  • Graph traversal

Put it into practice Solve range-query and graph contest problems.

Apply efficient structures to dynamic problem settings.

Dynamic programming & contest practice
  • DP states and transitions
  • Tree DP introduction
  • String algorithms
  • Upsolving
  • Contest strategy

Put it into practice Participate in practice contests and maintain an upsolving journal.

Improve speed, reasoning and contest consistency.

CP CONCEPTS, MADE CONCRETE

Build your toolkit.
Keep your reasoning visible.

Explore project ideas that bring the Competitive Programming curriculum together. Build, test and explain the decisions behind your work.

contest_log.md
Upsolving journalProgress ✓
PROJECT IDEA · DELIBERATE PRACTICE

Contest solution portfolio

Keep a record of contest solutions and upsolves, with the approach and complexity behind each one.

C++CodeforcesUpsolving
algo_toolkit.cpp
Segment tree · DSU · SieveTested ✓
PROJECT IDEA · UNDER THE HOOD

Algorithm toolkit

Build and test your own library of segment trees, DSU and number theory utilities, ready to use in your next contest.

C++Data structuresTesting
dijkstra.cpp
A → B → D → EPath cost: 9
PROJECT IDEA · CONNECTED THINKING

Shortest path solver

Model a weighted graph, find the cheapest path with Dijkstra, and know which shortest-path algorithm fits the constraints.

C++GraphsShortest paths
Attempt the problem. Analyse your solution. Upsolve what you missed.

Each curriculum module includes practical work to help you apply and review the idea.

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BEFORE YOU START

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What should I know before joining?

This course is aimed at intermediate to advanced learners. Familiarity with C++ basics, STL and core data structures will help you focus on advanced algorithms and contest strategy.

What will I practise and build?

The roadmap covers contest foundations, core algorithm patterns, number theory & combinatorics, advanced data structures & graphs, dynamic programming & contest practice. Project ideas include Contest solution portfolio, Algorithm toolkit. Ask your advisor to confirm the work and review process for your selected batch.

How does AI fit into this course?

Contest reasoning starts with your own understanding of constraints, proofs and complexity. Use your algorithmic foundations to evaluate suggested approaches and keep your practice aligned with the rules of each platform.

How do I choose a centre and schedule?

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