Fundamentals of Data Structures is a comprehensive book that provides a solid foundation in data structures, an essential subject in computer science and software development. The book covers the fundamental concepts, principles, and techniques required to organize, manage, and store data efficiently. It introduces readers to various data structures such as arrays, linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, graphs, and hash tables.
The book emphasizes both theoretical concepts and practical applications, ensuring a balanced approach to learning. It explains data structures using clear definitions, diagrams, and step-by-step algorithms. The efficiency of different data structures is analyzed using time and space complexity, helping readers understand when and where to apply each structure.
Key topics include searching and sorting algorithms, recursion, memory management, and advanced structures like AVL trees, B-trees, and heaps. The book also highlights real-world applications of data structures in databases, operating systems, and artificial intelligence.
Designed for beginners and intermediate learners, the book includes numerous examples, exercises, and programming problems to reinforce concepts. It is useful for students pursuing computer science, engineering, and information technology courses. The book is also a valuable reference for professionals looking to enhance their understanding of data structures.
Dr. Rahul Sharma, Dr. Ganesh Khekare, Dr. B. K. Sharma, Dr. Shivendra Dubey
Dr. Rahul Sharma, Assistant Professor (Computer Science & Engineering) Parul Institute of Technology, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat
Dr. Ganesh Khekare, Associate Professor (Computer Science & Engineering) Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore University, Vellore
Dr. B. K. Sharma, Professor (Department of Computer Science & Application) Mandsaur University, Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh, India
Dr. Shivendra Dubey, Assistant Professor (Senior Scale) Department of AIML, Computing Schools Faculty of Engineering, Manipal University, Jaipur, Rajasthan
