Searching Algorithms Study Cards

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Linear Search

A simple searching algorithm that sequentially checks each element in a list until a match is found or the end of the list is reached.

Binary Search

An efficient searching algorithm that works on sorted lists by repeatedly dividing the search interval in half.

Hash Tables

Data structures that store key-value pairs and provide constant-time average case lookup, insertion, and deletion operations.

Depth-First Search

A graph traversal algorithm that explores as far as possible along each branch before backtracking.

Breadth-First Search

A graph traversal algorithm that explores all the vertices of a graph in breadth-first order, i.e., it visits all the vertices at the same level before moving to the next level.

A* Search Algorithm

An informed search algorithm that uses heuristics to find the shortest path between two nodes in a graph.

Dijkstra's Algorithm

An algorithm for finding the shortest paths between nodes in a graph, which works on graphs with non-negative edge weights.

Greedy Algorithms

Algorithms that make locally optimal choices at each stage with the hope of finding a global optimum.

Sorting Algorithms

Algorithms that arrange elements in a specific order, such as ascending or descending.

Graph Traversal

The process of visiting all the vertices of a graph in a specific order.

Backtracking

A general algorithmic technique that involves exploring all possible solutions by incrementally building candidates and backtracking when a solution is found to be invalid.

Dynamic Programming

A technique for solving complex problems by breaking them down into overlapping subproblems and solving each subproblem only once.

Branch and Bound

An algorithmic technique for solving optimization problems by systematically exploring the search space and keeping track of the best solution found so far.

Pattern Searching

The process of finding a specific pattern within a larger text or sequence.

String Matching Algorithms

Algorithms that find the occurrence or occurrences of a pattern within a larger text or sequence.

Knapsack Problem

A problem in combinatorial optimization that involves selecting a subset of items with maximum value, subject to a constraint on the total weight.

Traveling Salesman Problem

A classic optimization problem that asks for the shortest possible route that visits each city exactly once and returns to the starting city.

Minimum Spanning Tree

A tree that spans all the vertices of a connected, undirected graph with the minimum possible total edge weight.

Shortest Path Algorithms

Algorithms that find the shortest path between two vertices in a graph.

Divide and Conquer

A problem-solving technique that involves breaking a problem into smaller subproblems, solving them independently, and combining the solutions to solve the original problem.

Randomized Algorithms

Algorithms that use a random number generator to make decisions or introduce randomness into the algorithm's behavior.

Parallel Algorithms

Algorithms that can be executed simultaneously on multiple processing units to solve a problem faster.

Approximation Algorithms

Algorithms that find approximate solutions to optimization problems when finding an exact solution is computationally infeasible.

Network Flow Algorithms

Algorithms that model the flow of resources through a network and find the maximum flow or minimum cut in the network.

NP-Completeness

A concept in computational complexity theory that classifies problems for which no efficient algorithm has been found.

Heuristic Algorithms

Algorithms that use rules of thumb or approximate methods to find good solutions to problems.

Genetic Algorithms

Algorithms inspired by the process of natural selection that use genetic operators such as mutation and crossover to evolve a population of candidate solutions.

Simulated Annealing

A probabilistic optimization algorithm that mimics the annealing process in metallurgy to find the global optimum of a function.

Ant Colony Optimization

An optimization algorithm that is inspired by the foraging behavior of ants and uses pheromone trails to find good solutions to problems.

Artificial Neural Networks

Computational models inspired by the structure and function of biological neural networks, used for pattern recognition, classification, and prediction tasks.

Machine Learning Algorithms

Algorithms that enable computers to learn from and make predictions or decisions based on data, without being explicitly programmed.

Natural Language Processing

The field of computer science and artificial intelligence that deals with the interaction between computers and human language.

Image Processing Algorithms

Algorithms that analyze, manipulate, and enhance digital images to improve their quality or extract useful information.

Data Compression Algorithms

Algorithms that reduce the size of data to save storage space or transmission time.

Cryptography Algorithms

Algorithms that secure communication and data by converting plaintext into ciphertext and vice versa.

Error-Correcting Codes

Codes that are used to detect and correct errors in data transmission or storage.

Pattern Recognition Algorithms

Algorithms that identify patterns or regularities in data and make predictions or decisions based on those patterns.

Data Mining Algorithms

Algorithms that extract useful information or patterns from large datasets.

Clustering Algorithms

Algorithms that group similar objects or data points together based on their characteristics or attributes.

Classification Algorithms

Algorithms that assign objects or data points to predefined categories or classes based on their characteristics or attributes.

Regression Algorithms

Algorithms that predict a continuous value or variable based on the relationship between input variables and output values.

Reinforcement Learning Algorithms

Algorithms that enable an agent to learn how to behave in an environment by interacting with it and receiving feedback or rewards.

Dimensionality Reduction Algorithms

Algorithms that reduce the number of input variables or features in a dataset while preserving important information.

Recommendation Algorithms

Algorithms that provide personalized recommendations or suggestions based on user preferences or behavior.

Collaborative Filtering Algorithms

Algorithms that make recommendations based on the preferences or behavior of similar users or items.

Association Rule Learning Algorithms

Algorithms that discover interesting relationships or associations between items in large datasets.

Ensemble Learning Algorithms

Algorithms that combine the predictions of multiple individual models to improve overall prediction accuracy.