I've taken a break from coding for a few years, and now I want to sharpen my problem-solving skills. Can anyone recommend good platforms for practicing data structures and algorithms?
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While LeetCode and HackerRank are fun, they might not be the best if you're getting back into coding after some time. Solving algorithms is great, but what really impresses employers is your ability to take real-world problems and build practical solutions. Have you found it harder to revisit algorithms, or is it more challenging to prove your coding skills to potential employers?
I often recommend Project Euler and Codingame. Both sites offer different kinds of challenges that can really help reinforce your coding skills in a practical way.
Thanks for the tips! I'll check them out.
Check out USACO.guide! It’s a free resource built around USACO problems, and it organizes them by difficulty. Even within the Bronze tier, there's a lot of variety in problem difficulty. Also, don’t forget about platforms like LeetCode and HackerRank—they're pretty popular for coding practice.
I get that, I can pick up algorithms again easily. I just want to refresh my memory before starting real projects.