How to solve problems

1. Don't Panic

2. Understand the problem:

• Identify inputs.
• Identify outputs.

3. Google if someone has already solved the problem and use it if you can.

• Skip this step if you're solving problem for learning purpose.

4. Work out examples.

• Examples give you test cases.

5. Develop simple solutions first.

6. Develop incrementally and test with each increment.

7. Optimize later.

Source: Udacity - Intro to Computer Science - Lesson 10. Link: https://classroom.udacity.com/courses/cs101/lessons/108111980/concepts/1083254270923