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Data Structures and Algorithms
Nanodegree Program
Get hands-on practice with over 100 data structures and algorithm exercises and guidance from a dedicated mentor to help prepare you for interviews and on-the-job scenarios.
Get hands-on practice with over 100 data structures and algorithm exercises and guidance from a dedicated mentor to help prepare you for interviews and on-the-job scenarios.
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3 months
Real-world Projects
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Last Updated May 7, 2024
Python data structures • Basic algorithms • Python arrays • Python lists
Basic Python • Elementary algebra
Courses In This Program
Course 1 • 2 weeks
Introduction
Start with a warm welcome to the program by refreshing your Python skills and learning about problem solving and efficiency!
Lesson 1
Get Help with Your Account
What to do if you have questions about your account or general questions about the program.
Lesson 2
Getting Help
You are starting a challenging but rewarding journey! Take 5 minutes to read how to get help with projects and content.
Lesson 3
Introduction
Welcome to the Data Structures and Algorithms nanodegree program!
Lesson 4
Python Refresher
A quick refresh on Python basics!
Lesson 5
How to Solve Problems
A systematic way of approaching and breaking down problems.
Lesson 6
Efficiency
Understanding the importance of efficiency when working with data structures and algorithms.
Lesson 7 • Project
Unscramble Computer Science Problems
Deconstruct a series of open-ended problems into smaller components (e.g, inputs, outputs, series of functions).
Course 2 • 4 weeks
Data Structures
Learn about the core data structures used in programming.
Lesson 1
Introduction to Data Structures
Introduction to the Data Structures course.
Lesson 2
Arrays and Linked Lists
Learn about Arrays and Linked Lists
Lesson 3
Stacks and Queues
Build Stacks and Queues
Lesson 4
Recursion
Apply Recursion to Problems
Lesson 5
Trees
Learn about basic tree's, tree traversal and binary search trees.
Lesson 6
Maps and Hashing
Explore the concepts of maps and hashes.
Lesson 7 • Project
Show Me the Data Structures
Solve a series of open-ended practice problems. Hone your skills to identify and implement appropriate data structures and corresponding methods that meet given constraints.
Course 3 • 4 weeks
Basic Algorithms
Learn about the basic algorithms used in programming.
Lesson 1
Basic Algorithms
Start out with some elementary algorithms such as binary search, tries, heaps and more.
Lesson 2
Sorting Algorithms
Learn about the most common sorting algorithms.
Lesson 3
Faster Divide & Conquer Algorithms
Go deeper into algorithms with faster divide and conquer algorithms.
Lesson 4 • Project
Problems vs. Algorithms
A series of real-world open ended problems which train you to apply suitable data structures and algorithms under different context.
Course 4 • 4 weeks
Advanced Algorithms
Learn about the basic algorithms used in programming.
Lesson 1
Greedy Algorithms
Get familiar with and practice greedy algorithms.
Lesson 2
Graph Algorithms
Learn about the many aspects of graph algorithms!
Lesson 3
Dynamic Programming
Learn about dynamic programming and apply your learnings to challenging exercises.
Lesson 4
A*
Lesson 5 • Project
Route Planner
In this project, you will build a route-planning algorithm like the one used in Google Maps to calculate the shortest path between two points on a map.
Taught By The Best
Kyle Stewart-Franz
Content Developer
Kyle has developed projects for a variety of Udacity's Nanodegree programs, such as Self-Driving Car Engineer, Robotics, and Blockchain. Kyle, a self-taught developer, is always striving towards creating great learning experience for students.
Abe Feinberg
Content Developer
Abe is a Content Developer at Udacity and previously taught university courses in psychology and computer science. He loves both learning and teaching, and has a particular passion for breaking down difficult concepts and making them easier to master.
Brynn Claypoole
Instructor
Brynn is a former Udacity employee who worked as Lead Data Analyst at Udacity before joining Facebook as Data Engineer. Currently, she is working as software engineer with 10x Genomics.
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