CST 338 Wk05: Learning Journal Markov

1. Who did you work with?

I worked with the Ethan, Liam, and Matthias.

2. What was your strategy for solving the Markov assignment?

My strategy was to not overcomplicate anything and to adhere closely to the task instructions. I avoided from attempting to rework some of the already established reasoning. To keep on course, I made careful to follow the codebase method by method and constantly consult the comments and TODOs. I trusted the framework supplied this time since I had erred in previous projects by creating more than was necessary.

3. Did you start writing code right away? Did you plan it out on paper?

I didn't do a lot of formal planning or handwrite anything. The assignment's layout essentially handled our planning. To be honest, it was less stressful since it seemed more like filling in the details of a planned framework than creating anything from new. To direct my work, I used the method list and built-in comments.

4. What was THEIR strategy for solving the Markov assignment?

Liam worked on following the method specifications, ensuring that everything complied with the assignment without deviating from it. "I learned from the LDPM assignment to trust the existing structure and not create needless checkpoints.

Ethan started with the simplest approaches after working off the UML model. Prior to delving into the more intricate reasoning, he stressed the need of providing proper visibility and organization. It's a wise strategy that he also relied on the sample runs to verify behavior frequently and early.

5. How would you change your strategy having worked on the assignment?

I would most likely spend a little more time eliminating loops and superfluous logic and run my code through a style formatter earlier in the process. Other than that, I'm pleased with how things turned out because I didn't question the framework that was supplied, it was more efficient than previous projects. I'll also make an effort to work with others earlier rather than waiting until I run into a wall in future tasks.

6. According to your classmate(s): how well does your code follow the Google Java Style Guide ?

My code generally complies to the style guide. I've been trying to be consistent with name, indentation, and spacing, but there are always a few little details to work out.