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Introduction to Algorithms

By : Cuantum Technologies LLC
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Introduction to Algorithms

By: Cuantum Technologies LLC

Overview of this book

Begin your journey into the fascinating world of algorithms with this comprehensive course. Starting with an introduction to the basics, you will learn about pseudocode and flowcharts, the fundamental tools for representing algorithms. As you progress, you'll delve into the efficiency of algorithms, understanding how to evaluate and optimize them for better performance. The course will also cover various basic algorithm types, providing a solid foundation for further exploration. You will explore specific categories of algorithms, including search and sort algorithms, which are crucial for managing and retrieving data efficiently. You will also learn about graph algorithms, which are essential for solving problems related to networks and relationships. Additionally, the course will introduce you to the data structures commonly used in algorithms. Towards the end, the focus shifts to algorithm design techniques and their real-world applications. You will discover various strategies for creating efficient and effective algorithms and see how these techniques are applied in real-world scenarios. By the end of the course, you will have a thorough understanding of algorithmic principles and be equipped with the skills to apply them in your technical career.
Table of Contents (14 chapters)
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Conclusion
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Where to continue?
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2.4 Practice Problems

To truly get a grasp of writing pseudocode and understanding flowcharts, it's essential to engage in practical exercises. Here are a few practice problems to help you solidify your understanding:

Problem 1

You are tasked to design an algorithm that prints out all the numbers from 1 to 100 that are divisible by 7.

Pseudocode solution:

Problem 2

Design an algorithm that checks whether a given word is a palindrome or not. A palindrome is a word that reads the same backward as forward, e.g., "level".

Pseudocode solution:

Problem 3

Design an algorithm that, given a list of numbers, finds the highest number in the list.

Pseudocode solution:

We recommend trying to draw flowcharts for these algorithms as well. This practice will solidify your understanding of how algorithms are represented graphically and will make you more comfortable with both forms of algorithm representation.

Remember, practice is the key to learning. By working through...