Recursion, Backtracking & Divide-Conquer

Module Contents

  1. Introduction to Recursion & Backtracking

Master the art of recursive thinking. Understand the Call Stack, Base Cases, and the powerful Backtracking blueprint.

  1. Divide and Conquer

Master the Divide and Conquer paradigm with Merge Sort. Interactive step-by-step visualization and complexity analysis.

  1. Backtracking Problems

Learn the backtracking algorithm pattern with interactive N-Queens visualization. Understand state space trees, pruning, and how to solve constraint satisfaction problems.

  1. Master Theorem

Solve recurrence relations instantly with the Master Theorem. Interactive calculator, intuitive explanations of the 3 cases, and complexity analysis.

  1. Recursion Tree Analysis

Master the Recursion Tree method for solving complex recurrences where the Master Theorem fails. Visual guide to summing work across tree levels.

  1. Review & Cheat Sheet

Review key concepts of recursion, backtracking, and divide-and-conquer. Interactive flashcards and cheat sheet for interview prep.

Recursion, Backtracking & Divide-Conquer

[!NOTE] This module explores the core principles of Recursion, Backtracking & Divide-Conquer, deriving solutions from first principles and hardware constraints to build world-class, production-ready expertise.

1. Practice

[!NOTE] Looking for hands-on algorithmic exercises? We have migrated all coding challenges for this module into the Problem Vault to give you a centralized, focused practice environment.

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