May 2017
Intermediate to advanced
310 pages
8h 5m
English
Overview
This book provides everything you need to master Python data structures and algorithms to realize their enormous potential for efficient data organization, problem-solving, and performance optimization in your projects. By introducing concepts such as linked lists, graphs, binary search trees, and sorting algorithms, you'll gain skills to optimize and tailor solutions.
What this Book will help me do
- Understand and apply fundamental Python data structures such as linked lists, stacks, and queues to real-world problems.
- Master algorithms with step-by-step examples including sorting techniques like bubble sort and merge sort.
- Optimize your code by learning to measure performance with big-o notation and improve your designs.
- Explore functional and object-oriented approaches to create more robust data models.
- Implement practical use cases of algorithms and data structures to enhance application performance.
Author(s)
Benjamin Baka is a seasoned Python developer with years of experience in software development and technical education. He's passionate about exploring efficient algorithms and teaching fundamental programming concepts to empower developers worldwide. His books are crafted with clarity and real-world insights.
Who is it for?
This book is perfect for new to mid-level Python developers looking to deepen their understanding of data structures and algorithms. If you're comfortable with Python basics and want to enhance your problem-solving skills or improve your application's performance, this guide is for you. With clear presentations and practical examples, you'll gain confidence in applying what you learn to varied challenges.
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