5 Things I Wish I Knew Earlier About Competitive Programming | 5 Coding Mistakes To Avoid!
In this video, I’ll share the 5 most common mistakes college students make while learning Competitive Programming (CP).
From solving problems without proper brainstorming to taking unstructured notes on paper, memorizing solutions blindly, spending too much time on one problem, or focusing only on CP and ignoring other skills, these mistakes silently hold you back.
I'll walk you through each mistake, show you how to fix them, and help you develop better habits for interviews and contests. Whether you're targeting ICPC, MAANG interviews, or just want to improve your problem-solving mindset, this video is for you.
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⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - The Problem With Competitive Programming
00:52 - How to do Competitive Programming the Right Way
01:36 - Mistake #1
03:13 - Mistake #2
04:27 - Mistake #3
07:02 - Mistake #4
08:23 - Mistake #5
09:44 - What Else to Focus On?
10:53 - Final Takeaway
11:31 - Outro
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😃 ABOUT ME
I’m Vivek, an engineer, Ex-Googler, ICPC World Finalist turned educator, and founder of AlgoZenith. I’ve taught Data Structures, Algorithms, and Competitive Programming to over 3000+ students and worked with 10+ engineering colleges to bridge the gap between college learning and real-world tech careers.
Through AlgoZenith, I help students crack top product-based companies and become industry-ready. On this channel, you’ll find videos on coding strategies, roadmaps, interview prep, problem-solving techniques, and everything you need to level up your software career. If that’s your thing, do subscribe and hit the bell icon so you don’t miss a thing 🙂
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