The short answer to this question is YES. High school students are swamped with to-do lists that never end. From AP classes to community service, they do everything possible to get into the best colleges. Adding USACO contests to this hectic schedule reduces the time for school studies and hampers participation in co-curricular activities. It’s… Continue reading Is USACO Good For College?
Month: October 2022
A Detailed Guide to Analyzing Chess Games
“You may learn much more from a game you lose than from a game you win. You will have to lose hundreds of games before becoming a good player.” José Raúl Capablanca Capablanca, the Cuban World Champion, rightly emphasized on analyzing chess games. It’s true that chess player learns a lot from their lost games.… Continue reading A Detailed Guide to Analyzing Chess Games
EnthuZiastic | Learn Anything Under The Sun
EnthuZiastic is where family and friends come together to share what they love, and to find new things to learn! It’s an e-learning community with the aim – Meet, Teach, Learn, Earn, and Celebrate. EnthuZiastic primarily focuses on bridging the gap between learners and teachers. Learners get instructor-led live sessions so that they can clear… Continue reading EnthuZiastic | Learn Anything Under The Sun
Origin of Halloween: History, Meaning, What to Do
The leaves have begun to change to orange and yellow! The temperature has started to fall! You have begun to take out your hoodies and coats! It is the season to decorate your yard with pumpkins. Start carving them and think about Halloween snacks and outfits. Trick-or-treating is right around the door. Halloween party games… Continue reading Origin of Halloween: History, Meaning, What to Do
Software Engineer Collects Waste
Did you know that a student from India got a prize from the Prime Minister of U.K for carrying out the international “plogging” movement? What do you think inspires someone to move out of their comfort zone and do something for the community? What motivates them to bring a change? With more than 10,000 volunteers… Continue reading Software Engineer Collects Waste
What is the Clock for in Chess? Why Use it?
Gone are the days when a game of chess went as long as 10 hours or, sometimes, even longer than that. The chess community has evolved dramatically from its history of longest chess matches. At present, thanks to chess clocks, there are rapid games, blitz, and many more time-constraining chess games. So, as a chess… Continue reading What is the Clock for in Chess? Why Use it?
What is Guitar Feedback? Causes and How to Fix it
Be it acing metal songs on guitar or playing a classical melody, positive feedback from the audience is a cherry on top! No wonder you’re going to love it. But what if your guitar gives you feedback? Woah what? Yes, you heard it right. Guitar feedback is when pickups or strings vibrate on the guitar… Continue reading What is Guitar Feedback? Causes and How to Fix it
How to Write a Song on Piano? Step-by-Step Instruction
Song composition is among the most exciting and fulfilling activities a pianist can engage in. Every beginner pianist must try their hand at songwriting. Yet, getting started with piano composition lessons might be a bit intimidating. You may ask yourself, “How should I start?” or “What should I write?” Doubt will overwhelm you. Luckily, you… Continue reading How to Write a Song on Piano? Step-by-Step Instruction
How to Play G Minor on Guitar
The best way to practice guitar is not limited to finger exercises or learning notes. In fact, you must continue with the practice as long as you are a guitarist. But do you know that rehearsing chords can also be an excellent way of practicing guitar and getting better at it? Practicing some beginner chords… Continue reading How to Play G Minor on Guitar
USACO: Everything You Must Know Before You Register
Are you a high schooler aiming to become a coder? Are you a job seeker looking for programming-related jobs in top companies? Either way, you need to clear USACO contests. This will enhance your programming skills and prepare you to create better codes. Here’s everything you need to know about USACO. From preparation to application,… Continue reading USACO: Everything You Must Know Before You Register