Hot100: Reverse Linked List Three-Pointer Iterative/Recursive ACERS Guide

Subtitle / Summary Reverse Linked List is the first serious pointer-rewiring exercise in Hot100. It looks simple, but most bugs come from broken links and wrong operation order. This ACERS guide explains the three-pointer iterative template thoroughly and compares it with recursion. Reading time: 10-12 min Tags: Hot100, linked list, pointer, iteration SEO keywords: Hot100, Reverse Linked List, three pointers, iterative, recursive, LeetCode 206 Meta description: Three-pointer iterative reversal in O(n)/O(1), with recursive contrast, common pitfalls, engineering mapping, and runnable multi-language implementations. A - Algorithm (Problem and Algorithm) Problem Restatement Given the head of a singly linked list, reverse the list and return the new head. ...

February 9, 2026 · 10 min · map[name:Jeanphilo]