Competitive Programming Problem Set

This repository contains a curated set of 10 competitive programming problems, each chosen to teach important problem-solving patterns and logical thinking.

Each problem folder includes:

• A clear explanation of the problem

• Constraints and examples

• Hints to guide the approach

• NO solutions – the contributor must design the optimal solution

This structure encourages deeper understanding, independent thinking, and mastery of algorithmic patterns.

What This Repository Offers:

• 10 well-explained problems

• Hints that push users toward correct patterns

• Variety of topics including greedy, strings, two pointers, sliding window, prefix sums,
combination logic, etc.

• Great for revision or interview preparation

• Encourages writing your own optimized solutions

How to Use This Repo:

1. Open the problems/ directory

2. Select any problem

3. Read the explanation and hints

4. Attempt the problem independently

5. Once solved, follow Contributing.md to submit your solution

This repository works as a guided challenge set.