Solution: Set Matrix Zeroes
Explore an optimized approach to set entire rows and columns to zero in a matrix whenever a zero element is found. Learn to use the first row and column as markers to achieve the goal in place, minimizing extra space use. Understand the step-by-step algorithm, analyze time and space complexity, and apply it efficiently to matrix problems.
Statement
Given a matrix, mat, if any element within the matrix is zero, set that row and column to zero. The performed operations should be in place, i.e., the given matrix is modified directly without allocating another matrix.
Constraints:
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mat.row,mat.col