Overview of C++ Data Structures Course

Sep 19, 2024

C++ Data Structures Algorithm Course Overview

Introduction

  • Presenter: Vandat Rewal
  • Focus: Launching a new C++ DS algorithm code to help students excel in placements for tech companies.
  • Course divided into two phases:
    • Phase 1: Placement oriented (70 hours of study)
    • Phase 2: Competitive coding focus to advance skills beyond placements.

Course Structure

  • Developed by five faculty members, including professionals from Microsoft and Google.
  • Emphasis on quality content and animated instructional material for better understanding.
  • Additional resources: Notes and exercises provided in video descriptions.

Key Topics Covered

  • Comprehensive coverage of algorithms and data structures.
  • Industries may charge high fees but the course offers high-quality material.
  • Animation used to clarify complex theoretical concepts.
  • Practice questions included to reinforce learning.

Communication with Computers

  • Computers communicate in binary (0 and 1).
  • Explanation of binary representation of decimal numbers and characters.
  • Importance of high-level languages (C++) for easing the coding process.

Programming Fundamentals

  • Basics of programming through examples:
    • Flow chart for problem-solving (e.g., cooking Maggi).
    • Pseudocode to represent logic in a structured manner.

Example: Sum of Two Numbers

  1. Take two inputs from the user.
  2. Calculate the sum.
  3. Print the result.

Example: Maximum of Three Numbers

  • Flowchart to determine the maximum number among three inputs.
  • Decision-making using comparison operators.

Example: Prime Number Check

  1. Define the concept of prime numbers.
  2. Flowchart to check if a number is prime.
  3. Use of loops and conditional checks in pseudocode.

Software Installation for Coding

  1. Download necessary compilers and setup (e.g., G++, VS Code).
  2. Install extensions for efficient coding (e.g., CodeRunner).
  3. Create and run a simple "Hello World" program.

Advanced Coding Setup

  • Configure VS Code to split input/output screens.
  • Code example for reading inputs and writing outputs to files.
  • Using header files and writing basic C++ code structure.

Analytical Thinking: Brain Teaser

  • Problem: Measure 9 minutes using two hourglasses (7 minutes and 4 minutes).
  • Steps to solve the problem provided in detail.

Conclusion

  • Encouragement to practice brain teasers and pseudocode problems.
  • Acknowledgment of viewers and final thoughts.