Learn Java
Most of our competitive programming is taught in Java (we also use Python for data structures and AI/ML). Start with setup, then learn and practice.
Set up
Learn
- W3Schools Java Short, interactive lessons that cover all the basics. w3schools.com
- Algorithms, 4th Ed. Sedgewick & Wayne's classic, with all code in Java. For after the basics. algs4.cs.princeton.edu
- Algorithms, Part I Princeton's free course on data structures, sorting and searching. coursera.org
- Algorithms, Part II The follow-up: graphs, strings and advanced algorithms. coursera.org
Practice
Prefer a book? Ask to borrow a copy of Big Java from one of our club sponsors. Stuck on anything? Ask an officer at the next meeting.