"Nice to have: Hint system for puzzle 8 and leaderboard system"

[NamanRai64]

Feature Request

This issue tracks two nice-to-have feature enhancements for the ToyProblems project:

1. Hint System for Puzzle 8

• Add a hint mechanism specifically for puzzle 8
• Users should be able to access helpful hints when solving puzzle 8
• Consider implementing tiered hints (e.g., small hint → larger hint → solution)

2. Leaderboard System

• Implement a leaderboard to track user scores/times
• Display rankings based on puzzle completion
• Consider tracking metrics such as:
  • Fastest completion times
  • Number of puzzles solved
  • Accuracy/correctness metrics

Benefits

• Enhances user engagement through gamification
• Provides assistance to users stuck on puzzle 8
• Creates friendly competition among participants

Priority

Nice to have - implement when time permits