Overview

DSA.kt is not official documentation or a highly formal platform.
Instead, it’s my personal understanding of Data Structures and Algorithms in the context of Kotlin.
My goal is to explain what I know and understand in simple terms, making these concepts accessible to everyone.

Overview

A Little Background

I’m not from a Software Engineering or Computer Science academic background. Tech has always been my passion. Learning programming and software development was a completely self-taught journey, using various online resources.

I worked on Android development using Java for a long time before transitioning to Kotlin in 2022. To be honest, I was never really a fan of DSA (Data Structures and Algorithms). I didn’t focus much on competitive programming or DSA problem-solving on platforms like LeetCode or HackerRank.

In day-to-day development work, solving DSA problems isn’t always a priority. Most tasks revolve around UI design, APIs, and other practical implementation details. However, companies often look for developers who are not only experts in a specific tech stack but also proficient in DSA.

This realization led me to dedicate a couple of months to solving DSA problems. While there are many general DSA tutorials available, I found very little structured or organized content specific to Kotlin. That’s where the idea for DSA.kt came from—not only as a resource for others but also as a reference for myself whenever I need a quick memory refresh.

I started this platform to address the challenges I faced while learning DSA in Kotlin, aiming to create a resource I wish I had when I started.

About Me

Hi, I’m K M Rejowan Ahmmed, an Android Developer based in Dhaka, Bangladesh with over 5 years of experience. I specialize in building Android apps using Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, and other modern Android tools. I also create content to help others learn Android development and Kotlin.

What is DSA.kt?

DSA.kt is a website I created using Hugo and the E25DX Hugo theme as a platform to learn and explore Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA) specifically in the context of Kotlin.

The goal of DSA.kt is to provide a structured and organized approach to learning:

  • Data Structures: Covering both foundational and advanced data structures, with a focus on their practical implementation using Kotlin.
  • Algorithms: Detailed explanations of algorithms, including their step-by-step implementation in Kotlin. This includes essential topics like sorting, searching, recursion, dynamic programming, and graph traversal.
  • Problem-Solving Techniques: Strategies and methods to approach coding problems efficiently, with clean and concise Kotlin code.

This platform is more than just a collection of tutorials; it’s a resource designed to simplify complex concepts and provide Kotlin-specific solutions. The content is crafted to help developers not only understand the theory behind DSA but also apply these concepts effectively in coding interviews and real-world projects.

Whether you’re preparing for an interview, improving your problem-solving skills, or simply curious about DSA in Kotlin, DSA.kt is here to support your learning journey.

Credits

Thanks to the following tools and platforms for making this project possible:

  • Hugo for providing the platform for this site.
  • E25DX for creating the Hugo theme used in this project.
  • GitHub for providing the platform for version control and collaboration.
  • GitHub Pages for hosting this site for free, making it easy for anyone to access and contribute.

How Can You Contribute?

We believe in the power of community and open-source collaboration. If you’d like to contribute to DSA.kt, here’s how you can help:

  1. Fork this repository and make your changes.
    Learn how to fork a repo.
  2. Submit a pull request with your improvements or additions.
  3. Create an Issue if you spot any bugs or have suggestions for new content.
  4. Write tutorials for algorithms or data structures that aren’t covered yet.

You don’t need to be an expert to contribute—just a willingness to learn and share! Your contributions can help make this platform more valuable for Kotlin developers around the world.

License

Copyright 2024 ahmmedrejowan

Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
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