Coursera Interview Questions

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K Largest Elements From List

We're given a list or array of numbers, like the following: const nums 5, 16, 7, 9, 1, 4, 3, 11, 2 Can you write an algorithm to find the k largest values in a list of n elements? If k were 3 , we'd want the three largest numbers returned. The correct logic would return 16, 11, 9 ....

Difficulty: 5/10

Contiguous Subarray Sum

Given an array of numbers, return true if there is a subarray that sums up to a certain number n . A subarray is a contiguous subset of the array. For example the subarray of 1,2,3,4,5 is 1,2,3 or 3,4,5 or 2,3,4 etc. js const arr 1, 2, 3 , sum 5 subarraySum arr, sum...

Difficulty: 4/10

Shortest Path Distance in Matrix

You are given a 2D matrix with several characters contained in its cells. You will also have two distinct characters which are guaranteed to be in the given matrix. Your job will be to find the minimum manhattan distance lessons what is the manhattan distance between the two characters in the mat...

Difficulty: 8/10

Is This Graph a Tree

Given an undirected graph, can you see if it's a tree? If so, return true and false otherwise. An undirected graph lessons simple reference to graphs is a tree based _on the following conditions_: first, there cannot be a cycle. Second, the graph lessons simple reference to graph...

Difficulty: 7/10

Validate a BST

Given a binary search tree like the one below, can you write a function that will return true if it is valid? 5 3 9 1 4 Recall that a BST is valid only given the following conditions: The left child subtree of a node contains only nodes with v...

Difficulty: 4/10

Max Leaps in Jump Game

We have an array that model square blocks on a city street. On each block is a non negative whole number. Ever heard of hopscotch? Picture that as an array: 1, 3, 2, 2, 1 Now, in hopscotch, you need to jump in patterns from the start to the end of the boxes. We can model that behavior in the...

Difficulty: 5/10

Merge K (Multiple) Sorted Lists

You're given an array of multiple sorted linked lists. Can you write a method that returns it transformed into a single sorted linked list? Each linked list can be represented as a series of nodes with the following definition: js function Node val this.value val this.next...

Difficulty: 8/10

Sum All Primes

You're given a number n . Can you write a method sumOfAllPrimes that finds all prime numbers smaller than or equal to n , and returns a sum of them? For example, we're given the number 15 . All prime numbers smaller than 15 are: 2, 3, 5, 7, 11, 13 They sum up to 41 , so sumOfA...

Difficulty: 4/10

Missing Number In Unsorted

Assume we're given an unsorted array of numbers such as this: 2, 5, 1, 4, 9, 6, 3, 7 We are told that when this array is sorted, there is a series of n consecutive numbers. You are given a lower bound and an upper bound for this sequence. There is one consecutive number missing, and ...

Difficulty: 4/10

A Systems Design Interview Primer For New Engineers

**Objective**: In this lesson, we'll introduce systems design interviews, and focus on these outcomes: You'll learn what **systems design** is. We'll walk you through **the various concepts you should know** to design highly reliable and performant systems. We'll show you how to get ...

Difficulty: 5/10

How to Use AlgoDaily (and Get the Most Out Of It)

**Objective**: In this lesson, we'll cover how to use this platform! You'll learn what the AlgoDaily philosophy is. We'll give you a tour of our wonderful platform. You'll see how to maximize your time on this site. **Thank you for joining the AlgoDaily community!** Hi there! Welcome t...

Difficulty: 5/10

AWS Fundamentals

Introduction to AWS Fundamentals AWS Amazon Web Services is a cloud computing platform that provides a wide range of infrastructure services, such as computing power, storage options, and networking capabilities. It offers a scalable and flexible solution for businesses to build and deploy app...

Difficulty: 5/10

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