Data Structure and Algorithm Design and Efficiency
When learning to program, it is essential to understand how to apply algorithmic design and data structure techniques to develop a structured program. An algorithm is a set of instructions that mandates how data will be manipulated to solve a problem or task (UT, n.d.). In contrast, a data structure implements the storage, organization, and retrieval of data (Ianurag, 2023). Figure 1 depicts the difference between algorithms and data structures (Ianurag, 2023). Data structures and algorithms are typically used together as storing data to be implemented in an algorithm may be necessary. Figure 1 Difference between Data Structures and Algorithms When designing a program, the data structure or algorithm choice usually depends on the task's requirements. While several solutions may work, some may be more efficient than others. When choosing a data structure, it is crucial to understand the relationship that the framework of the data structure will provide. Some ex