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Grokking Dynamic Programming Interview - AI-Powered Course 
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Grokking Dynamic Programming Interview
The ultimate guide to dynamic programming interviews. Developed by FAANG engineers, it equips you with strategic DP skills, practice with real-world questions, and patterns for efficient solutions.
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Some of the toughest questions in technical interviews require dynamic programming solutions. Dynamic programming (DP) is an advanced optimization technique applied to recursive solutions. However, DP is not a one-size-fits-all technique, and it requires practice to develop the ability to identify the underlying DP patterns. With a strategic approach, coding interview prep for DP problems shouldn’t take more than a few weeks.
This course starts with an introduction to DP and thoroughly discusses five DP patterns. You’ll learn to apply each pattern to several related problems, with a visual representation of the working of the pattern, and learn to appreciate the advantages of DP solutions over naive solutions.
After completing this course, you will have the skills you need to unlock even the most challenging questions, grok the coding interview, and level up your career with confidence.
This course is also available in C++, JavaScript, and Python—with more coming soon!
Some of the toughest questions in technical interviews require dynamic programming solutions. Dynamic programming (DP) is an adv...Show More
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
A deep understanding of the essential patterns behind common dynamic programming interview questions—without having to drill endless problem sets
The ability to identify and apply the underlying pattern in an interview question by assessing the problem statement
Familiarity with dynamic programming techniques with hands-on practice in a setup-free coding environment
The ability to efficiently evaluate the tradeoffs between time and space complexity in different solutions
A flexible conceptual framework for solving any dynamic programming question, by connecting problem characteristics and possible solution techniques
A deep understanding of the essential patterns behind common dynamic programming interview questions—without having to drill endless problem sets
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53 Lessons44 Challenges
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Getting Started
3 Lessons
Learn how to use dynamic programming to solve optimization problems efficiently for coding interviews.
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0/1 Knapsack
9 Lessons
Grasp the fundamentals of solving optimization problems using dynamic programming techniques.
3.
Unbounded Knapsack
6 Lessons
Go hands-on with optimizing recursive problems using dynamic programming for maximum efficiency.
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Recursive Numbers
12 Lessons
Grasp the fundamentals of recursive algorithms and optimize with dynamic programming.
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Longest Common Substring
16 Lessons
Deepen your knowledge of finding common, repeating, and interleaving substrings using dynamic programming.
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Palindromic Subsequence
6 Lessons
See how it works to identify palindromic subsequences, substrings, and efficient partitioning methods.
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Conclusion
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Piece together the parts of your learning journey and continue improving your skills.
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What is the difference between memoization and tabulation in dynamic programming?
Memoization is a top-down approach in which recursive calls are made, and solutions to subproblems are stored in memory to prevent redundant calculations. Tabulation, in contrast, is a bottom-up approach in which you iteratively solve subproblems and fill out a table from the base case to the final solution. Both techniques help improve efficiency but are used based on the problem’s nature.
How can I practice dynamic programming to improve interviews?
You can practice dynamic programming problems on LeetCode and Educative. Begin with well-known DP problems such as Fibonacci, 0/1 Knapsack, and Longest Common Subsequence. Solving these basic problems will help you build a foundation before tackling more advanced problems frequently appearing in interviews.
How can I recognize if a problem is suited for dynamic programming?
It likely requires dynamic programming if a problem involves repeated subproblems or recursive calls where solutions are recomputed. Problems asking for “optimal” results, such as maximum profit, shortest path, or longest sequence, indicate that DP may be needed to avoid redundant work and improve efficiency.
Why is dynamic programming emphasized in technical interviews?
Interviewers focus on dynamic programming because it tests your ability to break complex problems into smaller, manageable parts. DP questions challenge candidates to think critically, optimize for efficiency, and use resources effectively—skills highly valued in software engineering roles.
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