Introduction to Algorithms

What is an algorithm?

• A random guess about a problem.

• An algorithm is a step-by-step procedure for solving a problem.

• A recipe for cooking a meal.

• A collection of data points without a process.

Why are algorithms important in programming?

• Algorithms are essential for problem-solving, efficiency, and code optimization in programming.

• Algorithms are primarily used for user interface design.

• Algorithms are only useful for sorting data.

• Algorithms are irrelevant in modern programming languages.

Can you name a real-life example of an algorithm?

• InsertionSort

• QuickSort

• MergeSort

• BubbleSort

What are the basic steps to create an algorithm?

• Identify the solution, implement without testing, and skip optimization.

• Define the problem, analyze requirements, design, implement, test, and optimize.

• Test the algorithm first, then define the problem, and optimize last.

• Analyze the problem, design without requirements, and finalize immediately.

How do you represent an algorithm visually?

• Diagrams

• Pseudocode

• Data structures

• Flowcharts