AI's Support for Aspiring Competitive Programmers
French, Mandarin, and Spanish – everyone wants to learn a new language and expand their knowledge of a new culture. However, as our lives increasingly revolve around technology, there are other languages that are an immense asset- **Programming languages.**
Learning a new programming language is more than just a valuable addition to one's portfolio; it has become an indispensable skill in our digital age. As virtual platforms replace traditional classrooms, and apps like Notion streamline our note-taking (saying this while using it to write the blog 😅), even something as simple as ordering takeout through Zomato involves the language of code working behind the scenes. And I can go on about the essence of learning a new programming language, but I believe my argument is now clear and compelling.
Let's delve into how one can truly excel in the world of programming. This is where competitive coding comes into play, and it's just an intimidating word for problem-solving using some programming language. Yeah, and I don't think there is anything else to say about it. You can get very complex definitions for this like the example presented below from chat GPT. But rest assured, The concept is as straightforward as I described it.
When it comes to practising competitive coding, things can get tricky, much like doing a workout. The concept is simple: "training your mind to gain strength and balance" but the execution is where the challenge lies. Learning a programming language may be easy, but it becomes your most potent asset when you consistently practice it in your daily life, and competitive coding offers no better way to achieve that.
I believe we are in a new era for competitive coding because it has never been easier to adopt it as a habit. There are numerous platforms and excellent educational resources available, including AI tools like Large language models (LLMs such as Chat GPT, which have become key enablers. Companies like Scaler and Khan Academy have recognized this potential. In the past, resources were scarce, and there was little support available. Now, with AI assistance like Chat GPT, individuals can jump-start their competitive coding journey, benefiting especially those in the early stages.
The ease and potential of AI usage have grown tremendously, and accessibility has significantly improved over the past years.
In the following discussion, I will explain how you can utilize Chat GPT as your competitive coding companion, drawing insights from Scaler's approach (based on first-hand information 😛).