Introduction to Algorithms

Welcome to the course "Introduction to Algorithms"! This course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental algorithms used in computer science. You will learn how to analyze algorithms, compare their efficiency, and apply them to solve various problems.

Course Outline

• Algorithm Design Techniques

  • Greedy Algorithms
  • Divide and Conquer
  • Dynamic Programming
  • Backtracking

• Sorting and Searching Algorithms

  • Bubble Sort
  • Merge Sort
  • Quick Sort
  • Binary Search

• Graph Algorithms

  • Breadth-First Search (BFS)
  • Depth-First Search (DFS)
  • Dijkstra's Algorithm
  • A* Search Algorithm

• Advanced Topics

  • NP-Completeness
  • Approximation Algorithms

Learning Resources

• Textbooks

  • "Introduction to Algorithms" by Thomas H. Cormen, Charles E. Leiserson, Ronald L. Rivest, and Clifford Stein
  • "Algorithm Design" by Kleinberg and Tardos

• Online Courses

  • Coursera - Algorithms
  • edX - Algorithms

• Practice Platforms

  • LeetCode
  • HackerRank

Course Goals

• Develop a strong foundation in algorithm design and analysis.
• Understand the trade-offs between different algorithmic approaches.
• Be able to apply algorithms to solve real-world problems.

Algorithm Diagram

For further reading, you may explore our Advanced Algorithms Course.