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How I Won the APL Problem Solving Competition - Strategies and Experiences

Offered By: Dyalog User Meetings via YouTube

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Programming Languages Courses Functional Programming Courses APL Courses Dyalog Courses

Course Description

Overview

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Discover the journey of Tzu-Ching Lee, grand prize winner of the 14th annual APL Problem Solving Competition, in this insightful conference talk from Dyalog '22. Explore Lee's introduction to APL and Dyalog, his reasons for embracing the language, and the strategies that led to his competition victory. Gain valuable insights into specific competition problems, including "Reshaping Reshape" and "Base85," and receive practical advice for future participants. Learn about additional resources for APL enthusiasts and hear Lee's suggestions for contest organizers. Conclude with a glimpse into Lee's future plans in the world of APL and functional programming.

Syllabus

Introduction
How I found APL
Why I like APL
The competition
Phase 2, Problem 2: Reshaping Reshape
Phase 2, Problem 5: Base85
Advice for future participants
Where and how to access additional resources
Suggestions to the contest organisers
My future plans


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Dyalog User Meetings

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