Data Structures & Algorithms In Go

Gain insights into data structures and algorithms in Go. Delve into arrays, stacks, queues, hash tables, trees, greedy algorithms, and dynamic programming with hands-on coding.

Beginner

210 Lessons

55h

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Gain insights into data structures and algorithms in Go. Delve into arrays, stacks, queues, hash tables, trees, greedy algorithms, and dynamic programming with hands-on coding.

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This course includes

128 Playgrounds

81 Challenges

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81 Challenges

Course Overview

Data structures and algorithms are central concepts of computer science in general and software development in particular. Logging, transforming, and analyzing data are core skills in both real-world applications and coding interviews. This course is a detailed guide for data structures and algorithms with specific applications in the Go programming language. You’ll learn basic data structures starting with arrays, stacks, queues, hash tables, and trees. You’ll then process the data with common techniques,...Show More

TAKEAWAY SKILLS

Programming Language

Data Structures

Algorithms

What You'll Learn

A strong understanding of fundamental data structures and algorithms in Go

The ability to implement common data structures in Go

The ability to process data using basic algorithms in Go

Familiarity with computer science fundamentals and Go

What You'll Learn

A strong understanding of fundamental data structures and algorithms in Go

Course Content

Getting Started

Get familiar with pursuing a Go programming career with in-depth data structures.

Who Should Take this Course and Why?

Time Complexity

Discover the logic behind time complexity, asymptotic notations, and algorithm efficiency.

Introduction and Asymptotic Analysis

Big-O, Omega and Theta Notations

Complexity Analysis of Algorithms

Time Complexity Order

Deriving an Algorithm's Runtime Function

Examples Related to Time Complexities

Master Theorem

Master Theorem Examples

Quiz

Arrays

Go hands-on with array manipulation, searching algorithms, and various efficiency challenges.

Recursive Functions

Grasp the fundamentals of recursive functions, including factorials, GCD, Fibonacci, permutations, and the Tower of Hanoi.

Recursive Functions

Challenge: Factorial

Solution Review: Factorial

Challenge: Print Base 16 Integers

Solution Review: Print Base 16 Integers

Challenge: Greatest Common Divisor

Solution Review: Greatest Common Divisor

Challenge: Fibonacci Numbers

Solution Review: Fibonacci Numbers

Challenge: All Permutations of an Integer List

Solution Review: All Permutations of an Integer List

Challenge: Tower of Hanoi

Solution Review: Tower of Hanoi

Quiz: Recursion

Approaches to Solve Algorithm Design Problems

Take a closer look at identifying constraints, generating ideas, assessing complexities, and thorough testing in algorithm design.

Introduction and Constraints

Idea Generation

Complexities, Coding, and Testing

Example and Summary

Data Structures in Go

11 Lessons

Simplify complex data structures in Go, from ADTs to advanced collections like graphs.

Sorting

17 Lessons

Build on sorting principles, techniques, and algorithms for various dataset scenarios.

Stack

36 Lessons

Sharpen your skills in implementing and managing stacks, including operations, challenges, and expression conversions.

Queue

11 Lessons

Unpack the core of queue data structures, their implementations, and problem-solving techniques.

10.

Tree

59 Lessons

Examine tree structures, types, and traversals, with practical challenges and efficient solutions.

11.

Binary Search Tree

25 Lessons

Grasp the fundamentals of Binary Search Trees, covering construction, insertion, deletion, and tree traversal.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the goal of this course?

The course aims to teach data structures and algorithms, specifically within the Go programming language.

Who is this course for?

It’s ideal for developers who want to build a strong foundation in Go and understand how to apply data structures and algorithms.

What types of data structures will I learn?

You’ll learn about arrays, stacks, queues, hash tables, and trees.

Does the course cover algorithmic techniques?

It includes greedy algorithms, dynamic programming, and other core techniques.

What is the teaching format of the course?

The course comprises lectures, coding exercises, detailed explanations, and hands-on examples in Go.

Are advanced algorithms covered?

Yes, the course goes beyond basics and covers dynamic programming, greedy algorithms, and more.

Is there any real-world application of the Go algorithms discussed?

Yes, the course applies algorithms to practical, real-world problems, focusing on efficient data processing in Go.