Introduction to Algorithms
Let's get a brief introduction of algorithms with the help of an easy example.
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Except in very simple cases, you don’t create programs by writing source code directly. You’ll first need to think about the instructions you’ll want to convey. Take a concrete example from everyday life: I want to make a burrito. What are the steps that will enable me to achieve my goal?
Begin Get out the rice cooker Fill it with rice Fill it with water Cook the rice Chop the vegetables Stir-fry the vegetables Taste-test the vegetables If the veggies are good Remove them from the stove If the veggies aren't good Add more pepper and spices If the veggies aren't cooked enough Keep stir-frying the veggies Heat the tortilla Add rice to tortilla Add vegetables to tortilla Roll tortilla End
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