EMFAD Courses

Programming and Software Development

Data Structures and Algorithms in Practice

Choose the right data structure, analyse performance with Big-O and solve real and interview-style problems with proven algorithmic patterns.

  • Beginner
  • About 7 hours
  • 4 modules
  • 16 lessons
  • Certificate of completion

About this course

Crack technical interviews and write faster code. Master the core data structures, algorithms and problem-solving patterns behind every coding interview.

What you will learn

  • Analyse the time and space complexity of code using Big-O notation.
  • Use arrays, strings, hash maps, linked lists, stacks, queues, trees and heaps appropriately in Python.
  • Compare sorting algorithms and apply binary search, including searching for answers.
  • Write recursive and backtracking solutions and traverse graphs with BFS and DFS.
  • Apply two pointers, sliding windows and dynamic programming to recognisable problem types.
  • Approach timed coding problems with a repeatable process of clarifying, planning, coding and testing.

Curriculum

Module 1Foundations4 lessons
  1. 1Why DSA Matters for Real Engineers Free preview
  2. 2Big-O Analysis Without Fear
  3. 3Arrays and Strings Patterns
  4. 4Hash Maps: The Workhorse
  5. QModule quiz (4 questions)
Module 2Core Structures4 lessons
  1. 5Linked Lists
  2. 6Stacks and Queues
  3. 7Trees and Binary Search Trees
  4. 8Heaps and Priority Queues
  5. QModule quiz (4 questions)
Module 3Algorithms4 lessons
  1. 9Sorting Algorithms Compared
  2. 10Binary Search Patterns
  3. 11Recursion and Backtracking
  4. 12Graph Traversals: BFS and DFS
  5. QModule quiz (4 questions)
Module 4Problem-Solving Mastery4 lessons
  1. 13Two Pointers and Sliding Windows
  2. 14Dynamic Programming Introduction
  3. 15Interview Strategy and Practice
  4. 16Course Project: Timed Problem Sets
  5. QModule quiz (4 questions)
PFinal project: Three timed problem sets with tested, analysed solutions

Who this course is for

  • Beginner programmers who can write basic Python and want to write faster, more scalable code.
  • Developers preparing for technical interviews and coding assessments.
  • Self-taught engineers who want the computer science foundations behind everyday tools.

Requirements

  • Basic Python: variables, loops, functions, lists and dictionaries.
  • A computer with Python 3 and a code editor installed.
  • Comfort with simple arithmetic; no advanced mathematics is required.

What is included

Written lessons

16 lessons, each with a practical exercise and key points to remember.

Module quizzes

A short quiz at the end of each module. Pass mark 70%, and you can retake it.

Final project

Three timed problem sets with tested, analysed solutions. A practical brief with steps and a way to check your own work.

Certificate

A certificate of completion from EMFAD Courses with a unique code anyone can verify.

How the certificate works

Complete every lesson and pass every module quiz with 70% or more. Your certificate then appears in your learner area, ready to print or save as PDF. It shows your name, the course title, the completion date and a unique code. It is a certificate of completion from EMFAD Courses, not an accredited qualification.

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