Data structures play a central role in computer science and are the cornerstones of efficient algorithms. This specialization explores the principles and methods in the design and implementation of various data structures. You will learn the essential skills for algorithm design and performance analysis. Topics covered by this specialization range from fundamental data structures to recent research results.
Data Structures and Algorithms Specialization
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Data Structures and Algorithms Specialization
Instructor: Junhui DENG
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Specialization - 4 course series
What you'll learn
Algorithms used to solve complex problems
Principles and methods in the design and implementation of various data structures
Skills for algorithm design and performance analysis
Background on fundamental data structures and recent results
Skills you'll gain
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What you'll learn
Algorithms used to solve complex problems
Principles and methods in the design and implementation of various data structures
Skills for algorithm design and performance analysis
Background on fundamental data structures and recent results
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What you'll learn
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Principles and methods in the design and implementation of various data structures
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Background on fundamental data structures and recent results
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Principles and methods in the design and implementation of various data structures
Skills for algorithm design and performance analysis
Background on fundamental data structures and recent results
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It will take approximately 16 weeks for you to complete the Specialization.
Fundamental computer science and programming skills.
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