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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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8.1 Arrays

An array is a fundamental data structure that is used to store a collection of elements of the same type. It is a container that can hold a fixed-size sequence of items, all of which are of the same data type. Arrays are widely used in computer programming as they help to efficiently store and access multiple values of the same type.

In addition to their usefulness in storing data, arrays can also be used to perform various operations on the data. For example, they can be used to sort data, search for specific values, and perform mathematical operations on the data.

Zero-indexing is a common practice in many programming languages when it comes to arrays. This means that the first element of an array has an index of 0 instead of 1. Although this may seem confusing at first, it is actually quite logical when you consider how computers store memory. By using zero-indexing, we can easily calculate the memory address of each element in the array, which makes accessing and manipulating...