...Explanations are concise but intentional, highlighting why a pattern fits, how to reason about boundary cases, and the time/space trade-offs. Many entries include template code and “swap-in” variations, helping you recognize how the same technique adapts across similar problems. The book also emphasizes problem-solving habits like deriving invariants, choosing appropriate data structures, and verifying with small counterexamples. It’s suitable for newcomers building fundamentals and for experienced engineers polishing timing and correctness under interview pressure.