Data structures are ways of organizing and storing data to perform operations efficiently. They are a fundamental aspect of computer science and are used to manage and manipulate data in various applications. Common data structures include:
Arrays: Ordered collections of elements, each identified by an index or a key.
Linked Lists: Chains of nodes, where each node contains data and a reference to the next node.
Stacks: Last-In-First-Out (LIFO) structures where elements are added and removed from the same end.
Queues: First-In-First-Out (FIFO) structures where elements are added at one end and removed from the other.
Trees: Hierarchical structures with a root node and child nodes.
Graphs: Collections of nodes and edges that connect pairs of nodes.
Algorithms: Algorithms are step-by-step procedures or formulas for solving problems and performing computations. They define the logic for manipulating data stored in data structures. Common algorithms include:
Sorting Algorithms:
- Bubble Sort: Repeatedly steps through the list, compares adjacent elements, and swaps them if they are in the wrong order.
- Quick Sort: Divides the array into smaller segments and recursively sorts them.
Searching Algorithms:
- Linear Search: Sequentially checks each element in a list until a match is found.
- Binary Search: Divides a sorted array in half to find a particular element more efficiently.
Graph Algorithms:
- Breadth-First Search (BFS): Explores all the vertices of a graph level by level.
- Depth-First Search (DFS): Explores as far as possible along each branch before backtracking.
Dynamic Programming:
- Fibonacci Sequence using Memoization: Stores previously computed results to avoid redundant calculations.
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