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== Partitioning ==
== Partitioning ==
Task for "partition an integer into X primes". For example, partition 19 into 3 primes could return 3+5+11.
Task for "partition an integer into X primes". For example, partition 19 into 3 primes could return 3+5+11.

== Weighted Random ==
Pick a random item from a list of dozen items, where each item has different weight (rarity).

Gaming example: random treasure generation in roguelikes. I've found that this is extremely awkward to do in some languages, and simple in others.


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