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What is an algorithm?
What is an algorithm?
A well-defined computational procedure that takes some value, or a set of values, as input and produces some value, or a set of values, as output.
What is a data structure?
What is a data structure?
A way to store and organize data to facilitate access and modifications.
Name one of the standard algorithms and data structures that should be understood upon course completion.
Name one of the standard algorithms and data structures that should be understood upon course completion.
Stacks or Queues or Linked Lists or Trees.
The main function in a C program is defined as _____ (void).
The main function in a C program is defined as _____ (void).
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What is the purpose of the preprocessor directive #include?
What is the purpose of the preprocessor directive #include?
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The return value of the main function in C is always zero.
The return value of the main function in C is always zero.
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Which of the following is NOT a part of the basics of C-Language covered in this course?
Which of the following is NOT a part of the basics of C-Language covered in this course?
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Study Notes
Course Overview
- Focuses on fundamental data structures and algorithms essential for complex software systems.
- Aims to understand computer storage mechanisms and how to manipulate them for efficient programming.
- Guides selection of appropriate structures for complex software systems.
Aims and Objectives
- Understanding the impact of computer architecture on program construction.
- Learning about actual data structures and their influence on programs.
- Gaining knowledge of fundamental and standard algorithms, including their time and space complexities.
- Developing skills to select and implement algorithms and data structures for standard problems.
Definitions
- Algorithm: A well-defined procedure that transforms input values into output values through a sequence of computational steps.
- Data Structure: Organization of data that facilitates access and modification.
- Implementation: Realization of functionality, determining data storage methods (e.g., arrays, linked lists) and algorithms for operations.
Course Structure
- Contains five units:
- Unit 1: Introduction to C-Language and algorithms.
- Unit 2: Stack.
- Unit 3: Queue.
- Unit 4: Linked List.
- Unit 5: Trees.
Unit 1: Introduction to C-Language & Algorithms
- Objective: Understand algorithms using C-Language; how computers solve problems; computational representation of data elements; familiarity with sorting and searching algorithms.
- Topics Include:
- Basics of C-Language
- Variables in C
- Input & Output in C
- Functions in C
- Arrays in C
- Sorting algorithms
- Searching algorithms
- Pointers in C
- Structures in C
- Sample C Program
Anatomy of a C Program
- Standard structure includes:
- Program header and comments for clarity.
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int main(void)as the main function where execution begins. - Statement terminates with a semicolon.
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printf()function for output, withreturn 0;indicating successful completion.
Comment and Preprocessor Directives
- Comments help readers understand code and begin with
/*and end with*/. - Preprocessor directives (e.g.,
#include) include libraries, enabling access to predefined functions likeprintf()without rewriting complex code. - Essential for program readability and efficiency, allowing programmers to utilize existing functions and libraries.
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This quiz tests your knowledge of fundamental data structures and algorithms crucial for software systems. It focuses on the impact of computer architecture on programming and helps you understand how to select and implement the right algorithms for various problems.
