Advanced Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA) – 80 Hours
Module 1: Introduction and Review of Basic Concepts
- Overview of Data Structures and Algorithms
- Complexity Analysis (Big O, Big Θ, Big Ω)
- Recursion and Backtracking Basics
Module 2: Advanced Data Structures
- **Trees**
- AVL Trees: Rotations, Balancing
- Red-Black Trees: Properties, Insertion, Deletion
- Segment Trees: Range Queries, Lazy Propagation
- Fenwick Trees (Binary Indexed Trees)
- **Graphs**
- Advanced Graph Representations (Adjacency List, Edge List)
- Disjoint Set Union (Union-Find)
- Graph Traversal Techniques (DFS, BFS)
- Topological Sorting, Kahn's Algorithm
- **Heaps**
- Binary Heaps: Min-Heap, Max-Heap
- Applications of Heaps in Priority Queues
- Fibonacci Heaps: Structure and Operations
Module 3: Advanced Algorithms
- **Searching and Sorting Algorithms**
- Quick Sort and Merge Sort: Detailed Analysis
- Radix Sort, Counting Sort
- **Dynamic Programming**
- Techniques: Memoization vs Tabulation
- Classic Problems: Knapsack, Longest Common Subsequence, Coin Change Problem
- Advanced DP Problems: Bitmasking DP, DP on Trees
- **Greedy Algorithms**
- Huffman Coding, Kruskal's and Prim's Algorithms for Minimum Spanning Tree
- Activity Selection Problem
- **Graph Algorithms**
- Shortest Path Algorithms: Dijkstra's, Bellman-Ford, Floyd-Warshall
- Network Flow: Ford-Fulkerson Method, Edmonds-Karp Algorithm
- **String Algorithms**
- KMP Algorithm for Pattern Matching
- Trie Data Structure and Applications
- Rabin-Karp Algorithm
Module 4: Problem Solving Techniques
- **Mathematical Techniques in Algorithms**
- Combinatorics and Probability
- Number Theory Basics
- **Advanced Problem-Solving Strategies**
- Divide and Conquer
- Greedy vs Dynamic Programming: Choosing the Right Approach
- Amortized Analysis and Potential Method
Module 5: Applications of DSA
- **Real-World Applications**
- Data Structures in Databases
- Web Crawlers and Search Engines
- Machine Learning: Using Trees and Graphs
- **System Design Concepts**
- Designing a URL Shortener
- Cache Systems: LRU Cache Implementation
- Recommendation Systems: Basics of Graph-Based Recommendations
Module 6: Competitive Programming and Coding Interviews
- **Preparing for Interviews**
- Common Patterns in Coding Interviews
- Practice with LeetCode, HackerRank, CodeSignal
- **Competitive Programming Strategies**
- Time Management in Contests
- Analyzing and Optimizing Solutions
Module 7: Capstone Project
- **Project Development**
- Choose a problem that integrates multiple data structures and algorithms
- Implementation and Presentation of the Project
Course Format
- **Lectures:** Theory and discussions
- **Hands-on Labs:** Practical coding sessions
- **Assignments:** Weekly problems to reinforce concepts
- **Quizzes:** Short tests to gauge understanding
- **Project:** Final capstone project to apply all learned skills
### Recommended Resources
- **Books:** "Introduction to Algorithms" by Cormen, "Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis" by
Mark Weiss
- **Online Platforms:** LeetCode, HackerRank, GeeksforGeeks