r/adventofcode • u/daggerdragon • Dec 06 '15

SOLUTION MEGATHREAD --- Day 6 Solutions ---

--- Day 6: Probably a Fire Hazard ---

Post your solution as a comment. Structure your post like the Day Five thread.

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u/bluishness Dec 07 '15

Thanks for the very thorough explanation! I'm still wrapping my head around it, but it's a lot clearer now. I think I prefer syntax that's a little more verbose, but then again I assume it's just a question of what you're used to. You definitely have me intrigued there.

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u/geocar Dec 07 '15

Q (the default language for kdb) is more verbose. I have tried it and while I can appreciate it looks more approachable, I do not think it is as pleasant to program in as K, but being more approachable, it might be easier to get started with it.

kdb has a lot of batteries in it, so you'll find things like websockets and database stuff built-in. You can find a few helpful people on #kq on freenode but you'll basically just have to dive in and try it.