# Problem Solving Resources

Hi there!

I'm really enjoying using Brilliant and solving the multitude of problems! Currently, I'm on level three for most topics, however I really want to learn the techniques and theory to successfully approach the higher level questions.

Are there any resources that will help me boost my ability and skill at solving problems from Olympiads etc.?

Note by Soham Karwa
4 years, 7 months ago

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- 4 years, 7 months ago

I see that you have @mentioned Calvin here. Click on his profile and then click on sets located at the left hand side of his profile. You'll be able to find many sets that discuss different techniques in different topics.

- 4 years, 7 months ago

Thanks - I forgot to tag you in as well :) I've had a look at them but I was looking for something in more depth?

- 4 years, 7 months ago

Can you be more specific about what you have in mind?

- 4 years, 7 months ago

I would like to learn techniques and content which will allow to answer the level 4 or 5 problems - I'm sorry I can't be more specific - essentially, I want to improve and was wondering if anyone had come across any resources which addresses either techniques to solve problems or simply has the content necessary to answer such problems.

- 4 years, 7 months ago

Sorry, Does that make it any clearer?

- 4 years, 7 months ago

Well, I'm fairly sure that Calvin's sets have the necessary information to learn problem-solving methods. If that doesn't work for you, you can always buy the AoPS Volume 2 which covers more advanced topics. However, depending on where you live (in or outside US), the cost will be from around 40 USD to 80 USD from the extra cost of shipping.

- 4 years, 7 months ago

aops is really the best resource out there. Watch some instructional videos, discuss problems with people, and try your skills out with FTW!. Also, if you can, order some of their books. :D

- 4 years, 7 months ago

Definitely AoPS.

- 4 years, 7 months ago

I'd like add something. Even if you learn enough techniques, that does not mean that you'll be a good problem solver. Problem solving skills come from solving lots of problems. Techniques are like tools. It helps you when you have a lot of them, but they are useless if you can't apply them. So I suggest you take a problem-oriented approach to learning.

Just keep solving problems and you'll be good!

- 4 years, 7 months ago

Thanks for the advice guys! AoPS looks great and I've ordered a few books from them :)

- 4 years, 7 months ago