If some are wondering, that comes from well-known formulas for the sum of the first n integers and n squares. There's a generalization, too, but also a pretty common formula for the first n cubes.
A solid mathematical approach can really simplify programming challenges. It almost feels like cheating.
no loops!
python3
def sum_square_difference(n):return (((n**2) * (n + 1)**2) / 4) - (n * (n + 1) * (2*n + 1) / 6)print(sum_square_difference(100))I dont know why when I tried to upload images they dont appear
Aw yeah 👌
If some are wondering, that comes from well-known formulas for the sum of the first n integers and n squares. There's a generalization, too, but also a pretty common formula for the first n cubes.
A solid mathematical approach can really simplify programming challenges. It almost feels like cheating.
Definitely highlights the need for maths in software development.
Woah, alright, you win 😲.
Also, there's a guide here to embed code and images in markdown (what dev.to uses).
thanks, I'm going to check it.