1. Overview
In This Chapter
As you start this book, you may have some questions:
• What are data structures and algorithms?
• What good will it do me to know about them?
• Why can’t I just use arrays and for loops to handle my data?
• When does it make sense to apply what I learn here?
This chapter attempts to answer these questions. We’ll also introduce some terms you’ll need to know and generally set the stage for the more detailed chapters to follow.
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