Data Structures and Algorithms in C/C++
Learn fundamental algorithms and data structures using C/C++, focusing on scalable, high‑performance code, performance bottleneck analysis, recursion, pointers, dynamic memory, abstraction, and interview‑style algorithm problems applicable across languages.
What you'll learn
- Understand and analyze performance of fundamental algorithms and data structures
- Use recursion, pointers, and dynamic memory allocation effectively in C/C++
- Write scalable, high‑performance code for large data sets and real‑world scenarios
- Identify and resolve hidden performance bottlenecks in existing software
- Build foundational knowledge applicable to standard libraries in many languages
- Prepare for common data structure and algorithm questions in programming interviews
Skills you'll gain
- Write code that scales well in real‑world situations by selecting appropriate data structures and algorithms
- Identify and resolve bottlenecks to correct performance issues in existing software
- Obtain foundational knowledge necessary to learn standard libraries across programming languages
- Respond appropriately to algorithm questions commonly asked in job interviews
- Develop object‑oriented solutions using the C programming language
- Apply advanced C programming techniques including generics with void pointers and callbacks using function pointers
Prerequisites
- • CSE-40476 C/C++ Programming II: Dynamic Memory and File I/O Concepts or equivalent knowledge and experience
- • Access to a standard C/C++ compiler
Who this course is for
- → Programmers looking to improve their C/C++ skills
- → Developers preparing for technical interviews focused on algorithms and data structures
- → Software engineers who need to write scalable, high‑performance code
- → Students pursuing the C/C++ Programming or Embedded Systems Engineering certificates at UC San Diego Extended Studies
Provider
UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies
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