games of strategy avinash dixit

Okay, so I got this book, “Games of Strategy” by Avinash Dixit. I heard it’s a pretty big deal if you want to learn about game theory. To be honest, I didn’t know much about game theory before, but it sounded interesting, so I figured, why not give it a shot?

I started flipping through the pages. It looked pretty dense at first, but I decided to take it slow. The book kicks off with an introduction to the basics of game theory. It talks about things like strategic form games and extensive form games. I had to reread some parts a couple of times to really get it, but it slowly started making sense.

The book is packed with exercises at the end of each chapter. They are not just simple questions. They really make you think and apply what you just learned. I spent a lot of time scratching my head and working through these problems. It was tough, but I felt a real sense of accomplishment when I finally figured them out. I found myself looking at everyday situations differently, like I was analyzing the strategies involved without even realizing it.

Honestly, I think this book is one of the most accessible ones out there for learning game theory. I tried looking up other resources before, but they were either too complicated or too boring. “Games of Strategy” strikes a good balance. I managed to learn a lot from it, but it’s not a quick read. It is something that you need to digest over time. I wrote lots of notes and highlighted key parts to go back to.

• I started with zero knowledge of game theory.
• I faced some challenges understanding the concepts at first.
• I worked through the exercises, which was tough but rewarding.
• I realized I was applying game theory to real-life situations.
• I found the book to be one of the best for learning this stuff.

I ended up understanding the basics, and now I see strategies everywhere. Like, even when I’m deciding what to eat for dinner, I think about the potential outcomes and choices. It’s pretty wild how much this stuff applies to everyday life.

Final Thoughts

So yeah, that’s my journey with “Games of Strategy.” It was a bit of a bumpy ride, but I’m glad I stuck with it. If you’re curious about game theory, I recommend giving this book a try. Just be prepared to put in some effort, and you might be surprised at how much you learn.