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Algorithms

Chilling Moose GamesAugust 31, 2026 at 09:08 AM

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Practice computer science algorithms, for job interviews or personal skill building: read a problem, write C, run the full test deck, and get a deterministic verdict with instruction counts and the output assembly language code on a fantasy RISC machine.

NOTE: This program expects you to have an understanding of the essentials of the C language. C++ or other languages are not supported.

Practice Algorithms. Write C, distraction-free from AI.

Algorithms is a self-contained algorithm practice app. With a built-in retro C compiler and 150+ algorithmic problems to solve across twenty categories, you will train yourself for programming job interviews, learn new algorithms and tricks, and keep your programming skills fresh in the times where nobody wants to code anymore.

  • Browse a searchable catalog with difficulty, category, and solved state

  • Open a problem: read the description, example inputs and outputs and hints if you get stuck

  • A real-time source disassembly helps you understand how your C code translates into machine code

  • Use asm { } blocks and drop down to assembly if you dare

  • Run the complete test set, including hidden cases, and validate your solutions

  • Record accepted runs with tests passed, instructions executed, and code size

  • Inspect compiled instructions that follow the editor caret

  • Choose to code in a polished modern environment, or a retro environment simulating 1980s GUIs.

The sandboxed virtual machine has no clock, no randomness, and no host access. The same solution costs the same number of instructions on every machine, so a recorded best is worth comparing.

Algorithms has no accounts and no subscriptions and everything runs locally. There are no dependencies to external compilers.

System requirements

Minimum:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10 version 1809 or later
  • Processor: 64-bit x86 processor
  • Memory: 1024 MB RAM
  • Graphics: DirectX 11 compatible graphics
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 100 MB available space
Recommended:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 11 or newer
  • Processor: 64-bit x86 processor
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: DirectX 11 compatible graphics
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 100 MB available space

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