LeetCode-Notes

Welcome to my LeetCode-Notes repository! This is my personal collection of notes, solutions, and strategies for solving LeetCode problems, designed with a neurodivergent-friendly approach. As someone with a neurodivergent brain, I often find coding problems overwhelming or confusing (like struggling with Two Sum’s focus on indices instead of values). This repository organizes my thought process, analogies, visuals, and step-by-step breakdowns to make problem-solving clearer and more manageable.

Purpose

This repository is a space to:

• Document my solutions to LeetCode problems with clear explanations.
• Break down problems into small, digestible steps to reduce overwhelm.
• Use analogies, visuals, and color-coding to make concepts intuitive.
• Track my progress and revisit challenges with fresh insights.
• Share strategies that work for neurodivergent minds (e.g., ADHD, autism, dyslexia).

Repository Structure

The repository is organized to keep notes consistent and easy to navigate:

LeetCode-Notes/
├── README.md               # This file
├── problems/               # Folders for each LeetCode problem
│   ├── 001_two_sum/       # Example: Two Sum problem
│   │   ├── README.md      # Problem summary and links
│   │   ├── solution.py    # Code solution(s)
│   │   ├── notes.md       # Thought process, analogies, and challenges
│   │   └── visual.png     # Diagrams or sketches (if applicable)
│   ├── 002_add_two_numbers/
│   │   └── ...            # Similar structure for other problems
├── templates/             # Reusable templates
│   ├── problem_template.md # Template for problem notes
│   └── visual_template.png # Template for diagrams
└── resources/             # General resources
    ├── neurodivergent_strategies.md # Neurodivergent-friendly coding tips
    └── tips.md                   # General LeetCode problem-solving tips

• problems/: Each problem has its own folder (e.g., 001_two_sum), containing a README, solution code, detailed notes, and optional visuals.
• templates/: A standard template to ensure consistent note-taking.
• resources/: Tips and strategies for solving problems, with a focus on neurodivergent approaches.

How to Use This Repository

1. Browse Problems: Check the problems/ folder for specific LeetCode problems. Each folder includes:
   • A README.md with the problem description and links.
   • A solution.py with my code (often in Python).
   • A notes.md with my thought process, analogies, and neurodivergent challenges.
   • A visual.png (if included) to illustrate the problem visually.
2. Learn Strategies: Read resources/neurodivergent_strategies.md for tips tailored to neurodivergent minds, like breaking problems into tiny steps or using analogies.
3. General Tips: See resources/tips.md for broader LeetCode problem-solving advice.
4. Contribute: If you’re a collaborator or want to suggest improvements, open an issue or pull request!

Why Neurodivergent-Friendly?

As a neurodivergent coder, I find LeetCode problems can feel chaotic or hard to process. For example, the Two Sum problem confused me because I focused on the numbers instead of their indices. To address this, I:

• Break problems into small steps to avoid overwhelm.
• Use analogies (e.g., Two Sum as finding puzzle pieces).
• Visualize data structures with sketches or diagrams.
• Color-code notes and code to highlight key parts.
• Take breaks to reset when stuck.
• Talk through problems aloud or in writing to clarify thoughts.

Check resources/neurodivergent_strategies.md for more details on these techniques.

Resources

• LeetCode: leetcode.com for problem statements and submissions.
• Neurodivergent Strategies: neurodivergent_strategies.md
• General Tips: tips.md
• Visual Tools: Excalidraw or Canva for creating diagrams.
• Community: Search X or Reddit for LeetCode discussions and tips.

Contact

If you have feedback, suggestions, or want to collaborate, open a GitHub issue or reach out via email.

Happy coding, and let’s make LeetCode less overwhelming together!