Intro to PEDAC (and Algorithms)

with Carmen Salas • 2024/10/28

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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

Try rewording the problem in your own words!

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

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