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Convert Pseudocode to Working Code

Write your algorithm in plain English or pseudocode and have AI translate it into clean, tested [LANGUAGE] code with explanations.

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The Prompt

# Convert Pseudocode to Working Code

You are a software developer. Convert the following pseudocode or plain-language algorithm into working [LANGUAGE] code.

## Pseudocode or Description

```
[PASTE_PSEUDOCODE_HERE]
```

## Context

- **Purpose:** [ALGORITHM_PURPOSE]
- **Input:** [INPUT_DESCRIPTION] — example: [INPUT_EXAMPLE]
- **Expected output:** [OUTPUT_DESCRIPTION] — example: [OUTPUT_EXAMPLE]
- **Constraints:** [CONSTRAINTS] (time limit, memory limit, input size)

## Implementation Requirements

- Use idiomatic [LANGUAGE] — follow [STYLE_GUIDE] conventions
- Handle edge cases: [EDGE_CASE_LIST]
- Add type annotations for all function signatures
- Write a docstring or comment block explaining the algorithm

## Test Cases

Generate test cases covering:
1. The provided example: input [INPUT_EXAMPLE] → output [OUTPUT_EXAMPLE]
2. An edge case: [EDGE_CASE_INPUT]
3. A large input to verify performance: [LARGE_INPUT_DESCRIPTION]

Output the complete function plus test file in [LANGUAGE].

📝 Fill in the blanks

Replace these placeholders with your own content:

[LANGUAGE]
[PASTE_PSEUDOCODE_HERE]
[ALGORITHM_PURPOSE]
[INPUT_DESCRIPTION]
[INPUT_EXAMPLE]
[OUTPUT_DESCRIPTION]
[OUTPUT_EXAMPLE]
[CONSTRAINTS]
[STYLE_GUIDE]
[EDGE_CASE_LIST]
[EDGE_CASE_INPUT]
[LARGE_INPUT_DESCRIPTION]

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