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3 Months to DSA Mastery: Day 3 - Pushing Linked Lists & Arrays Further! Day 3 complete, and my brain is definitely feeling the challenge! Today, I went deeper into the fascinating world of linked lists and arrays, venturing into more advanced topics. Deep Dive Continues: Coding Ninjas: My faithful guide, the Learn Data Structures and Algorithm course, helped me explore multidimensional arrays and various linked list types (https://lnkd.in/d7HiqWK4). GeeksForGeeks & W3Schools: As always, these resources provided valuable supplements with detailed explanations and examples. Advanced Concepts Unlocked: Multidimensional arrays: Grasping their structure and applications, like representing images or matrices.  Linked list types: Beyond the basics, I explored singly linked lists, circular linked lists, and doubly linked lists, understanding their unique functionalities and use cases.  Taking a Breath: I must admit, today's topics did demand some extra brainpower! But that's what makes learning exciting. Taking a step back to solidify my understanding before diving into stacks and queues tomorrow. What's Next: Stacks and queues beckon! Eager to learn how they operate and their real-world applications. Stay tuned for my next DSA adventure! #DSAChallenge #CodingNinjas #LeetCode #LinkedLists #Arrays #MultidimensionalArrays #AdvancedConcepts #Learner #Community P.S. Share your experiences with advanced linked list and array topics! What resources helped you understand them effectively? P.P.S. If you're starting your own DSA journey, join me! We can learn and grow together!

🌟 Weekly Learning Update! 🌟 Over the past week, I've dived deep into several fascinating programming topics. Here's a quick rundown of what I've been up to: 1. Sequence: Understanding the importance of order in programming. 2. First Program: Writing my very first program and the excitement that came with it. 3. Debugging a Program: Tackling bugs and learning the art of troubleshooting. 4. Compiler: Exploring how compilers translate code into executable programs. 5. Keywords: Discovering the special words that hold unique significance in coding. 6. Data Types: Differentiating between various data types and their uses. Applications of JavaScript: Unveiling the versatile applications of JavaScript in web development. 7. Variables: Learning about variables and their role in storing data. 8. Arithmetic Operators: Mastering basic arithmetic operations in coding. Each topic has been a stepping stone in my coding journey, and I'm excited to continue learning and growing. 🚀 If you're also on a learning path or have insights to share, I'd love to connect and hear your thoughts! Let's keep the knowledge-sharing alive! 💡 #Programming #LearningJourney #Coding #JavaScript #Tech

🌟 Dive into the World of Algorithms! 🌟 Are you just starting your journey in the tech world or looking to strengthen your foundation? Check out this comprehensive guide on the "Top 10 Must-Know Algorithms for Beginners." 🤖✨ Whether you're tackling coding interviews or enhancing your problem-solving skills, mastering these algorithms is essential. This hands-on guide will walk you through the basics, ensuring you have a solid understanding to build upon. https://lnkd.in/gCB_JFx4 #Algorithms #Coding #Programming #TechLearning #BeginnersGuide #TechTips #SoftwareEngineering

𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐝𝐞: 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐲 𝐓𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐰𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠! 🚀 When you're trying to become good at competitive programming or excel in interviews, you often face challenges with dynamic programming (DP) and graph algorithms. In DP, you need good intuition and brainstorming skills to break down problems into smaller parts and find solutions. In DP, it's helpful to know some common patterns to solve problems faster. But in this post, let's focus on graph and DP algorithms a bit more. I'll also share resources that helped me a lot. 𝐌𝐲 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡 & 𝐃𝐏 :: 1) 𝐏𝐚𝐲 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠: When I was in my second year of college, learning about graphs felt tough at first. I started by following notebook implementations (with lots of classes and methods), and it seemed hard. But focusing on actually trying it out made a big difference. 2) 𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐦𝐥𝐲 𝐣𝐮𝐦𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠: It's easier to learn from videos, but it's important to balance that with reading. Videos help with basics, but articles and written tutorials are crucial to master any topic. Don't just blindly follow YouTube playlists; do some research to find good learning materials. 3)𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬: It's natural to want to compete with friends, but hiding what you're learning can create a negative environment. Discussing problems and sharing resources with friends helps everyone learn faster. It's better to have healthy competition and share different ways of solving problems. Apart from these stories, I'll also share some helpful resources. Let's keep learning and growing together! 🚀 #ProgrammingJourney #GraphAlgorithms #DynamicProgramming #CodingCommunity" 1) Dive into clear and concise tutorials on graph representation. I still revisit these gems for quick revisions. https://lnkd.in/dZ9Vdw48 :: 2) 📘 For a complete understanding of any algorithm, this is my go-to reference. Perfect for competitive programmers! https://cp-algorithms.com/ 3) 🎥 My favorite! Start your journey with graphs and grasp the concepts effortlessly https://lnkd.in/dpPv_StG 4) 🧠 A treasure trove for mastering dynamic programming patterns. https://lnkd.in/gtGfhKg5 5) 🌐 The ultimate post for beginners, offering problems, patterns, and sample solutions for conquering graphs. https://lnkd.in/duuH_ffr. 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 :: 1) 🏆 Platform TrioCodechef , Codeforces , Leetcode . 2)🌟 My personal favorite! https://lnkd.in/dkjMWc-d .

🚀Day 22 of My DSA Journey: Linear Search - A Simple But Mighty Tool!➡️ Hey coding crew! Today, we're revisiting everyone's favorite detective, linear search, to appreciate its simplicity and effectiveness in certain situations. Remember, even simple tools can be powerful when used wisely! ♀️Linear Search: The Straightforward Sleuth: Imagine searching for a specific book in a library by checking each book one by one until you find it. That's essentially what linear search does – it examines each element in a list sequentially until it finds the target or reaches the end. It's like a detective meticulously combing through clues! Strengths and Weaknesses: Knowing When to Call in the Specialist: Linear search shines in small, unsorted lists, where its simplicity makes it efficient. However, in large, sorted lists, it becomes tedious and slow, like searching for a specific grain of sand on a vast beach. ️ 👨💻Code in Action: Putting the Detective to Work: Python def linear_search(data, target): for i in range(len(data)): if data[i] == target: return i # Found! return -1 # Not found # Example usage my_list = [5, 2, 8, 1, 3] found_index = linear_search(my_list, 8) if found_index != -1: print("Found!", target, "at index", found_index) else: print("Not found.") 🚀My Coding Journey🏇: Revisiting linear search reminded me that even basic algorithms have their place. Understanding its strengths and weaknesses helps me choose the right tool for the job, making me a more versatile coder. Join the Coding Crew! Share Your Search Adventures! Have you used linear search in your projects? What creative applications did you find for it? Or, where did you discover its limitations? Share your experiences and code snippets in the comments, and let's keep learning and growing together!🤝📚 #DSA #Python #Programming #LearningJourney #LetsCode #DataStructures #LinkedList #datascience #Algorithms #ProgrammingJourney #LearnTogether #LinkedInLearning #TechCommunity

Hey LinkedIn Fam... 👨💻 📚 Embarking on a Learning Journey: Handwritten C++ + DSA Notes 🚀 Excited to share a comprehensive set of handwritten notes covering key C++ and DSA topics, meticulously organized from fundamental concepts to advanced algorithms. Starting with the fundamentals: 1.If Statement: The cornerstone of decision-making in programming. 2.If-Else Statement: Enhancing conditional logic for diverse scenarios. 3.Nested If-Else Statement: Mastering intricate decision structures. 4.Conditional Operator: Streamlining conditional expressions for efficiency. 5.Switch Operator: Navigating through multiple choices with elegance. Moving on to crucial programming constructs: 6.Functions: Understanding the modular nature of programming. 7.Pass by Value and Pass by Reference: Unraveling the nuances of function parameter passing. Delving into the world of arrays: 8. 1D Array: Grasping the concept of linear data structures. 9. 2D Array: Extending array capabilities to two dimensions. 10. Multidimensional Array: Handling arrays in multiple dimensions. 11. Vectors: Embracing the dynamic nature of C++ containers. Navigating the complexities of pointers: 12. Pointers: Unleashing the power of memory manipulation. Mastering search algorithms: 13. Linear Search: Fundamental searching for unordered data. 14. Binary Search: Optimizing search for ordered datasets. Diving into sorting techniques: 15. Selection Sort: Understanding basic sorting algorithms. 16. Bubble Sort: Grasping the principles of bubble sorting. 17. Insertion Sort: Mastering the concept of inserting elements. 18. Merge Sort: Tackling the divide-and-conquer approach. 19. Quick Sort: Embracing efficient sorting with partitioning. Manipulating strings: 20. String: Handling character arrays with finesse. Tackling advanced algorithms: 21. Kadane's Algorithm: Solving the maximum subarray sum problem. Culminating with the art of recursion: 22. Recursion: Unraveling the beauty of recursive programming. This comprehensive journey through essential C++ and DSA topics aims to provide a holistic understanding, laying a strong foundation for aspiring programmers. Let's embark on this learning adventure together! 🌟👩💻 #CPP #DataStructures #LearningJourney #ProgrammingSkills #AlgorithmicThinking Nishant Chahar Yashika PandeyLove Babbar Neeraj Walia  

🚀 Exciting Learning Alert! 🚀 Today, I dove deep into the fascinating world of I/O Streams in programming, and I’m excited to share some key takeaways with you all! 📌 What are I/O Streams? I/O Streams are channels through which data flows from one place to another. Think of them as pipes that help move data in and out of your programs, allowing you to read from and write to different sources like files, consoles, and networks. 📍 Bytes vs. Characters: 1. Bytes: These are the basic units of data in computing. Byte streams handle raw binary data, which is perfect for reading and writing files like images or any other non-text files. 2. Characters: These represent textual data. Character streams handle characters, making them ideal for reading and writing text files, allowing for proper encoding and decoding of character data. 📌 Types of Streams: 1. Input Streams: ✍ FileInputStream: Reads raw byte data from a file. ✍ BufferedInputStream: Adds buffering to improve performance when reading from a stream. ✍ DataInputStream: Reads primitive data types from an input stream. 2. Output Streams: ✍ FileOutputStream: Writes raw byte data to a file. ✍ BufferedOutputStream: Adds buffering to improve performance when writing to a stream. ✍ DataOutputStream: Writes primitive data types to an output stream. 3. Reader Streams (for characters): ✍ FileReader: Reads character data from a file. ✍ BufferedReader: Reads text from a character input stream, buffering characters for efficient reading. 4. Writer Streams (for characters): ✍ FileWriter: Writes character data to a file. ✍ BufferedWriter: Writes text to a character output stream, buffering characters for efficient writing. 🖊 Why does this matter? Understanding I/O Streams is crucial for efficient data handling in any application. Whether you’re dealing with text files, binary data, or network communication, mastering these concepts will help you build more robust and efficient software. Happy coding! 💻✨ #Programming #Coding #Java #IOStreams #Learning #DebugShala

Day 1 of #100daysDSAchallenge : Understanding Linear Search Algorithm Hey, Iinkedin community! 👋 Today kicks off my 100-Day Coding DSA Challenge. Ever heard of linear search? It's like the detective of coding. 🕵️♂️ Imagine you're searching for something in a book. You go through each page and line until you find what you're looking for. It's a bit like that! So, in a nutshell: Linear search is a simple yet powerful searching algorithm. It sequentially checks each element in a list until a match is found or the entire list has been searched. How does it work? Start from the beginning of the list. Compare each element with the target value. If a match is found, return the index. If the end of the list is reached without finding a match, return a specified value (often -1). Key Points: Easy to understand and implement. Works well for small datasets. Linear time complexity O(n): the time it takes is directly proportional to the size of the input. 👉 Challenge 1: Given an array [2, 5, 8, 12, 16, 23, 38, 45, 50], implement the Java function to find the index of the target value. If the target is not present, return -1. Test it with the target value of 16 and print the index if found. Challenge 1 is complete! 🎉 Now, it's your turn: 👉 Challenge 2: You have an array of {2, 7, 1, 9, 4, 6}. Write a Java function for linear search. Find the index of the target value 9 and print it if found. Let's connect on this coding journey! 🤝 Share your solutions and thoughts in the comments. Together, we're leveling up our coding skills! 💪💻 #CodingChallenge #LinearSearch #100DaysOfCode

I am forecasting now. Very soon any kind of petroleum engineers, including drilling engineers of course, won't be able to survive on the market without coding and AI. The industry is changing so rapidly that it seems you must take this train today. It's going to be late tomorrow. #drillingengineering #petroleumengineering #coding #programming #python #artificialintelligence #ai #WellDesign

3 Months to DSA Mastery: Day 22 - Demystifying Recursive Time Complexity Welcome back, DSA explorers! Today, we delve deeper into the world of recursion and analyze the time complexity of recursive algorithms. Understanding how the execution time of a recursive function scales with the input size is crucial for evaluating its efficiency and choosing appropriate algorithms for specific problems. The Beauty (and Challenge) of Recursion: Recursion Defined: Recursive functions call themselves within their own body, breaking down a problem into smaller, self-similar sub-problems that are solved using the same function. This approach can be elegant and powerful for certain problems. Time Complexity Analysis: However, analyzing the time complexity of recursive functions requires careful consideration. We need to understand the number of recursive calls made for a given input size and the time taken per call. Breaking Down the Complexity: Base Case: Every recursive function must have a base case, a simple problem that can be solved directly without further recursion. This base case typically has constant time complexity (O(1)). Recursive Calls: Each recursive call contributes to the overall time complexity. We need to analyze the number of recursive calls made for different input sizes. This often involves looking for patterns in the number of calls as the input grows. Combining the Costs: Finally, we combine the time complexities of the base case and the recursive calls to arrive at the overall time complexity of the recursive function. Practice Makes Perfect: Code Analysis: Today's challenge involved analyzing the time complexity of a provided recursive function. By identifying the base case, counting the recursive calls, and considering the cost per call, we determined the overall time complexity of the function. Real-World Considerations: Understanding recursive time complexity is crucial when dealing with recursive algorithms in real-world scenarios. It helps us choose efficient algorithms for problems where large input sizes are expected. Looking Ahead: Mastering Recursion: We'll continue exploring advanced recursive algorithms like merge sort and quicksort, understanding their time complexity and trade-offs compared to iterative approaches. Join the DSA Fellowship! Do you find analyzing recursive time complexity challenging? Have you encountered any interesting recursive algorithms in your programming experience? Share your thoughts and questions in the comments below! Let's build a community where we can learn, grow, and support each other on this exciting path towards DSA mastery! #DSAChallenge #CodingNinjas #LeetCode #Algorithms #Recursion #TimeComplexity #ProblemSolving #Efficiency #Learner #Community P.S. Feeling a little lost in the recursive loop? Don't worry, keep unraveling the complexities! With practice and exploration, you'll master the analysis of recursive time complexity.