Understanding Dynamic Programming: A Complete Mental Model for Algorithm Optimization and Problem-Solving
A comprehensive guide covering DP fundamentals, problem types (1D, 2D, knapsack, interval, tree), optimization techniques, and practical problem-solving strategies with real LeetCode examples.
Understanding Graphs: A Complete Mental Model for Network Analysis, Algorithms, and Problem-Solving
A comprehensive guide covering graph types, modeling approaches, essential algorithms (topological sort, MST, shortest paths), and practical problem-solving strategies with real LeetCode examples.
Understanding Heaps: A Complete Mental Model for Data Structure Mastery and Problem-Solving
A comprehensive guide covering heap types, operations, problem patterns (top-k, sliding window, median finding), and practical applications with real LeetCode examples.
Understanding Lists: A Complete Mental Model for Sequential Data and Sorting Algorithms
A comprehensive guide covering list types, representations, sorting algorithms (bubble, insertion, selection, merge, quick), and practical applications with real LeetCode examples.
Understanding Trees: A Complete Mental Model for Hierarchical Data and Problem-Solving
A comprehensive guide covering tree types, traversal algorithms, problem patterns (path finding, validation, construction), and practical applications with real LeetCode examples.