I've been trying for hours to figure out how to print a pyramid pattern to the console using nested for loops. The desired output should look like this:
A
ABA
ABCBA
ABCDCBA
ABCDEDCBA
I previously struggled with a similar task, and I'm just feeling really discouraged. If I can't even handle this simple exercise, what does that say about my programming abilities? I usually score around 97-100 on IQ tests, but I know fluid intelligence exists, so even if I manage to solve this, will it help me tackle future problems?
4 Answers
Honestly, programming is more about practice than IQ. Modularize your approach—break it down into functions that each handle a part of the task, like printing spaces and letters. With patience and persistence, you’ll get there!
A good tip is to start by printing dots that you can later substitute for spaces to help center your pyramid. For example:
....A
...ABA
..ABCBA
.ABCDCBA
ABCDEDCBA
After that, you might find it easier to first solve a simpler problem—like just printing a half pyramid without the descending letters. Notice how many dots each row has and how they reduce as you go down the lines, which could help you figure out the right conditions for your loops.
First, forget about the IQ thing—it's not that important. Can you tell me which part you find tricky? Is it printing the pyramid shape itself, or perhaps managing the character output? Let's break it down together!
You know, I used to think I was too dumb for programming too. I quit early on, but when I revisited coding after some time, I found it wasn't as hard as I remembered. I joined a supportive community and eventually built my first apps! It seems hard now, but with practice, you can really improve! Don't give up; even small steps make a difference over time.
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