Foundation · Case types
The map of case types
A short tour of every case type before you specialize. For each: what the prompt usually looks like, how a strong candidate starts, and the trap to avoid. Each type then has a full module in the Case Types library.
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Start the lesson The map, type by type
Key takeaways
- Recognizing the type gives you a head start, but the best candidates still build a structure for the specific problem.
- Recognize which type of case you are likely in from the prompt.
- Know a strong opening move for each type.
- Know the most common trap for each type.
By the end you will be able to
- Recognize which type of case you are likely in from the prompt
- Know a strong opening move for each type
- Know the most common trap for each type
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