Jared NielsenHow To Solve Any AlgorithmIn 1992, Mary Oliver published Poem 133: The Summer Day, which ends with a question for the reader:5 min read·Jan 13, 2023----
Jared NielsenHow to Be CreativeThere are two types of problems we solve as developers:13 min read·Mar 15, 2021----
Jared NielsenWhat is Creativity?Creativity is the most important problem solving skill you can develop. But what is creativity? Why is it important? How does it work? In…15 min read·Mar 1, 2021----
Jared NielsenImprove Your Learning and Problem Solving Skills with ChunkingWhen learning something new, we want to create chunks. With chunking, we learn a concept then combine that concept with other concepts to…3 min read·Feb 8, 2021----
Jared NielsenPractice Makes PracticeThe path to success in any field is to develop expertise. The first, and most important, step on that path is deciding that it’s possible…5 min read·Oct 21, 2020----
Jared NielsenEmotion in Learning & Problem SolvingEmotion is important for success in both problem solving and learning. Empathy sparks creativity, but to excel we need to be aware of our…5 min read·May 11, 2020----
Jared NielsenImprove Your Learning and Memory with Retrieval PracticeHow do we interrupt the process of forgetting? Repetition and testing.3 min read·Apr 20, 2020----
Jared NielsenPattern Forming and Problem SolvingHow do you build something out of nothing? Start with pattern forming. Then make it a habit.3 min read·Apr 17, 2020----