chapter one
1 Algorithms & Data Structures
This chapter covers fundamental programming concepts: - Algorithms and data structures: Core building blocks, trade‑offs, and classic algorithms.
In this section, we will delve into common algorithms and data structures that are fundamental to understand be it in the context of coding interviews or day-to-day job.
1.1 Arrays vs. Linked Lists
Arrays and linked lists serve a similar purpose: storing a collection of elements. Yet, they differ in some fundamental ways, and it’s important to understand when to use which.