Post by GOPAL THAKUR

IT’29 @ BIT Sindri | Competitive Programmer | Python Developer | ISP’26 | GSSoC Contributor | Prayas India Coordinator | DSA(C++) | ML Enthusiast

This isn't a success post. It's a commitment to become better every single day. 🚀 200 Codeforces Problems Solved. But I'm Still a Beginner. Today, I reached 200 solved problems on Codeforces. It's a milestone I'm proud of—but it's far from the destination. These 200 problems helped me build a solid understanding of core DSA concepts, including: • Arrays • Strings • Recursion • Binary Search • Time Complexity • Sorting Algorithms • Stacks • Queues • Basics of Linked Lists • Implementation & Problem-Solving Techniques More importantly, they taught me how to think logically, break down complex problems, and never give up after a wrong submission. But here's the reality. 200 solved problems won't get me into Google, Microsoft, Amazon, or any other top product-based company. Solving questions is only one part of the journey. Competitive programming is about consistency, speed, accuracy, and performing under pressure. So far, I've participated in only 3 Codeforces contests, and my current rating is 884 (Newbie). That's the number I want to change. My next goal isn't just solving more problems—it's becoming a better competitor. • Compete in more Codeforces contests. • Improve my Codeforces rating. • Learn from every wrong submission. • Become faster, more accurate, and more confident under pressure. Every contest is a lesson. Every failure is feedback. Every rating increase is proof of progress. This isn't the finish line. It's just the foundation. I'll keep solving. I'll keep competing. I'll keep improving. Stay consistent. Stay curious. Keep exploring. The journey to becoming a better problem solver has just begun. 💙 Finally, a heartfelt thanks to Priyansh Agarwal for creating the CP-31 Sheet. It has been an incredible resource that helped me stay consistent and build a strong foundation in DSA. Looking forward to solving many more problems! #Codeforces #CompetitiveProgramming #DSA #ProblemSolving #CodingJourney #Consistency #SoftwareEngineering #Tech #Placements #Internships #LearningInPublic #KeepGrowing

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