?? DSA Journey: Exploring Linked Lists ??
Jay Kanjariya
Ambitious Computer Engineering Student | GEC Bhavnagar | Eager to Apply Knowledge in Real-World Projects
Continuing my exploration of Data Structures and Algorithms, I recently dived into Linked Lists—a fundamental yet fascinating data structure! ??
What is a Linked List?
A Linked List is a linear data structure where elements (called nodes) are connected by pointers.
Each node contains:
1?? Data: The actual value.
2?? Pointer: A reference to the next node in the sequence.
Types of Linked Lists
?? Singly Linked List: Each node points to the next node.
?? Doubly Linked List: Each node has two pointers, to the next and previous nodes.
?? Circular Linked List: The last node points back to the first node.
Why Linked List?
Key Operations
? Traversal ? Insertion ? Deletion ? Search
Applications
?? Implementing stacks and queues.
?? Representation of graphs (Adjacency Lists).
?? Undo functionality in text editors.
I enjoyed working on problems like reversing a linked list and detecting cycles. These challenges deepen my understanding of pointers and memory management. ??
How do you approach Linked Lists in your projects or studies? Share your insights!
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