Introduction to Data Structures

The video introduces data structures as a method to organize data for efficient access and modification. It explains the importance of selecting the right data structure for different tasks, especially in large-scale applications. The video covers types of data structures, including primitive and non-primitive, and provides examples like dictionaries and Google Maps to illustrate their effectiveness. The course will further explore arrays, hash tables, and complexity analysis.

What is a data structure and why is it important for companies dealing with large amounts of data?

Explain the difference between primitive and non-primitive data structures.

Why might a company prefer candidates who are knowledgeable about data structures and algorithms?

Discuss the advantages of using linked lists over arrays in certain scenarios.

In what ways can the choice of data structure affect the performance of applications dealing with millions of queries?

How does the organization of data in a dictionary improve the efficiency of searching for a word?

What specific data structure is used by Google Maps to store coordinates, and why is it necessary?