Advent of Code 2022 🎄

Welcome to the Advent of Code 2022 repository! This project features solutions for the Advent of Code challenges using Java and Kotlin. Each day presents a new puzzle, and our goal is to solve them efficiently while learning and improving our programming skills.

Table of Contents

• Introduction
• Getting Started
• Project Structure
• Languages Used
• Challenges Overview
• Contributing
• License
• Acknowledgments

Introduction

The Advent of Code is an annual event where developers solve programming puzzles. Each puzzle can vary in difficulty and is designed to challenge your problem-solving skills. This repository contains my solutions for the 2022 event, implemented in both Java and Kotlin.

Getting Started

To get started with this project, you can clone the repository to your local machine. Use the following command:

git clone https://github.com/slay-web/advent-of-code-2022.git

After cloning, navigate to the project directory:

cd advent-of-code-2022

You can find the compiled solutions in the Releases section. Visit here to download the necessary files and execute them.

Project Structure

The project is organized into folders for each day of the Advent of Code challenge. Here’s a brief overview of the structure:

advent-of-code-2022/
│
├── day01/
│   ├── Java/
│   │   └── Solution.java
│   └── Kotlin/
│       └── Solution.kt
│
├── day02/
│   ├── Java/
│   │   └── Solution.java
│   └── Kotlin/
│       └── Solution.kt
│
...

Each day folder contains solutions in both Java and Kotlin, allowing you to compare approaches and learn from different programming paradigms.

Languages Used

This repository includes solutions written in:

• Java: A versatile, object-oriented programming language known for its portability and performance.
• Kotlin: A modern programming language that runs on the Java Virtual Machine (JVM). It is concise, expressive, and fully interoperable with Java.

Both languages offer unique features and advantages, making them suitable for solving the challenges presented in Advent of Code.

Challenges Overview

Each day of the Advent of Code presents a unique challenge. Below is a brief overview of some of the challenges tackled in this repository:

Day 1: Calorie Counting

In this challenge, we calculate the total calories carried by each elf. The goal is to find the elf carrying the most calories.

Day 2: Rock Paper Scissors

This challenge involves a game of Rock Paper Scissors, where we calculate the score based on the choices made by the player and the opponent.

Day 3: Rucksack Reorganization

In this puzzle, we analyze a rucksack's contents and determine the priority of items based on their type.

Day 4: Camp Cleanup

We tackle the task of cleaning up a campsite by analyzing the areas that need attention.

Day 5: Supply Stacks

This challenge involves moving stacks of supplies to optimize the delivery process.

Day 6: Tuning Trouble

We solve a problem related to signal tuning, focusing on the efficiency of data transmission.

Day 7: No Space Left On Device

In this challenge, we analyze storage usage and determine how to optimize space on a device.

Day 8: Treetop Tree House

This puzzle requires us to calculate visibility from the treetops and identify potential building spots.

Day 9: Rope Bridge

In this challenge, we simulate the movement of a rope bridge and calculate the necessary adjustments.

Day 10: Cathode Ray Tube

We explore the operations of a cathode ray tube and analyze its output based on given inputs.

Day 11: Monkey in the Middle

This challenge involves simulating the behavior of monkeys and their interactions based on specific rules.

Day 12: Hill Climbing Algorithm

We implement an algorithm to find the optimal path for climbing hills.

Day 13: Distress Signal

In this puzzle, we analyze signals to determine their distress levels and prioritize responses.

Day 14: Regolith Reservoir

We tackle the problem of managing a reservoir and ensuring proper flow.

Day 15: Beacon Exclusion Zone

This challenge involves analyzing beacons and determining exclusion zones based on their signals.

Day 16: Proboscidea Volcanium

We simulate a complex system to manage resources and optimize output.

Day 17: Pyroclastic Flow

In this challenge, we model the flow of pyroclastic material and analyze its impact on the environment.

Day 18: Boiling Boulders

We solve a problem related to the behavior of boulders in a boiling environment.

Day 19: Not Enough Minerals

This challenge involves resource management and optimization in a mining scenario.

Day 20: Grove Positioning System

We analyze a positioning system to determine optimal placements.

Day 21: Monkey Math

In this puzzle, we solve mathematical problems presented by monkeys.

Day 22: Monkey Map

We navigate a map and solve challenges related to its layout.

Day 23: Experimental Emergency Teleportation

This challenge involves simulating teleportation and analyzing its effects.

Day 24: Blizzard Basin

We tackle a problem related to managing blizzards and ensuring safety.

Day 25: Full of Hot Air

In this final challenge, we analyze hot air balloon systems and optimize their performance.

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! If you would like to contribute to this project, please follow these steps:

1. Fork the repository.
2. Create a new branch for your feature or fix.
3. Make your changes and commit them.
4. Push your changes to your fork.
5. Submit a pull request.

Please ensure that your code adheres to the existing style and includes tests where applicable.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.

Acknowledgments

• Thanks to the creators of Advent of Code for providing a fun and challenging way to improve programming skills.
• Special thanks to the open-source community for their contributions and support.

For more details and updates, feel free to visit the Releases section of this repository.

Happy coding! 🎉