Responsible LeetCode grinding in 2026.

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Learn how to efficiently prepare for coding interviews using LeetCode in 2026, focusing on pattern coverage and solve times

intermediate Published 28 Apr 2026

Action Steps

Set a goal to solve a certain number of LeetCode problems daily
Focus on pattern coverage to improve problem recognition
Track and analyze solve times against problem difficulty
Use resources like Sergey Sema's DOU article for inspiration and guidance
Practice consistently to develop muscle memory and improve coding skills

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Software engineers and developers can benefit from this article to improve their coding skills and prepare for technical interviews

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💡 Solving LeetCode problems daily is not enough; focus on pattern coverage and solve times to improve efficiency and effectiveness

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Learn how to efficiently prepare for coding interviews using LeetCode in 2026, focusing on pattern coverage and solve times

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It’s hard to believe in 2026, the AI burst era, there are still people out there who are learning algorithms as an interview preparation. But trust me, there are such. And my honest bet — specifically this layer of engineers will shape our future.

A question that changed my day-to-day preparations:

_is just solving LeetCode problems every day good enough?_

_For sure it is._ But it is not time-efficient if we consider our real end goals: good pattern coverage so pattern recognition kicks in faster, and good solve times against problem difficulty.

## 2018. Inspiration and first attempts.

Back in 2018 I was about to change my job, so I was doing some leetcode preparation to refresh my skills. I was heavily inspired by [Sergey Sema’s DOU article](https://dou.ua/lenta/articles

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