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619: Svencodes

Jun 10, 2024
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ANECDOTE

Creating SudokuPad Prototype

  • Sven started building SudokuPad by creating a prototype over a weekend to add requested features to the existing software.
  • He reverse engineered puzzles from base64-encoded data extracted from the original tool's Firebase server.
INSIGHT

Key SudokuPad Technical Challenge

  • Variant Sudoku puzzles are complex with grids not always 9x9 or using digits 1-9.
  • SudokuPad must visually interpret puzzle data because no standard structured format exists.
ADVICE

Focus on Usability

  • Prioritize usability heavily when building puzzle solving tools.
  • Incorporate intuitive hotkeys and easy-to-use interfaces to enhance user experience.
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