# Intro to PEDAC (and Algorithms)

with Carmen Salas • 2024/10/28

[slides](https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1A2W91EE5OVKmrQUBtXhYI-ltwBp-43KsyNxkDC7oBrk/edit#slide=id.g2978293f101_0_252)

## What is PEDAC?

* A problem solving tool
* Split into two:
  1. Proecssing the Problem (PEDA)
  2. Coding with Intent (C)
* helps save time, catch edge cases, write high-quality algos, build technical communication skills

### P - Problem

* Identifying expected **inputs** and **outputs**
* Make the requirements **explicit**
* Create a **mental model** of the problem

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Try rewording the problem in your own words!
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### E - Examples/Edge Cases

* Write your own example to validate understanding of the problem
* Test what may be **edge cases**

### D - Data Structure

* Describing what you will use, and **why**

### A - Algorithm

* Writing out the solution step-by-step, usually with **pseudocode**
* Formal definition: *A set of instructions designed to perform a specific task.*

### C - Code

* finally doing **it**