Algorithms for Coding Interviews in Java

The ultimate guide to coding interviews in Java. Developed by FAANG engineers, tackle 50+ challenge problems, review detailed solutions, and learn strategies to craft optimal solutions.

Intermediate

151 Lessons

15h

Certificate of Completion

The ultimate guide to coding interviews in Java. Developed by FAANG engineers, tackle 50+ challenge problems, review detailed solutions, and learn strategies to craft optimal solutions.

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This course includes

140 Playgrounds

50 Challenges

17 Quizzes

This course includes

140 Playgrounds

50 Challenges

17 Quizzes

Course Overview

Algorithms are one of the most common themes in coding interviews, so having a firm grip on them can be the difference between being hired or not. After this comprehensive course in Java, one of the most popular coding languages, you'll have an in-depth understanding of different algorithm types and be equipped with a simple process for approaching complex analysis. As you progress through the course, you’ll be exposed to the most important algorithms that you're likely to encounter in an interview. You'l...Show More

TAKEAWAY SKILLS

Java

Programming Language

Prepare For Interview

Algorithms

Time Complexity

Course Content

Introduction

Get familiar with foundational concepts, coding challenges, and advanced problem-solving strategies for Java.

Intended Audience

Learning Outcomes

Algorithmic Paradigms

Grasp the fundamentals of brute force, greedy algorithms, divide and conquer, and dynamic programming.

Brute Force Greedy Algorithms Divide and Conquer Dynamic Programming

Asymptotic Analysis

Master the steps to asymptotic analysis, comparing algorithm complexities, and solving complexity challenges.

Sorting and Searching

Discover algorithm techniques for sorting (like Merge Sort and QuickSort) and efficient searching methods.

Selection Sort, Bubble Sort, and Insertion Sort Merge Sort Quicksort Time Complexities of Sorting Algorithms (Overview)Searching Algorithms Challenge: Find Two Numbers that Add up to "n"Solution: Find Two Numbers that Add up to "n"Challenge: Search in a Rotated Array Solution: Search in a Rotated Array Challenge: Group Anagrams Solution: Group Anagrams Challenge: Find the Median of Two Sorted Arrays Solution: Find the Median of Two Sorted Arrays Challenge: Find Duplicates in Array Solution: Find Duplicates in Array Challenge: Search in Sorted Matrix Solution: Search in Sorted Matrix Challenge: Count Element Occurrence Solution: Count Element Occurrence Challenge: Search Insert Position Solution: Search Insert Position Challenge: Sparse Search Solution: Sparse Search Challenge: Dutch National Flag Problem Solution: Dutch National Flag Problem Quiz on Sorting & Searching

Dynamic Programming

Deepen your knowledge of dynamic programming techniques for solving complex coding problems efficiently.

Greedy Algorithms

20 Lessons

Follow the process of designing and implementing efficient greedy algorithms to solve diverse optimization problems.

Divide and Conquer

23 Lessons

Master the steps to applying divide and conquer for efficient problem-solving in algorithm design.

Graph Algorithms

22 Lessons

Sharpen your skills in implementing and solving diverse graph algorithms efficiently.

Appendix: Auxiliary Source Code

5 Lessons

Unpack the core of auxiliary classes like Stack, Queue, PriorityQueue, HashMap, and ArrayList.

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Conclusion

2 Lessons

Master the steps to understand efficient algorithms and enhance your technical interview skills.

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