Mar 24, 2026 · 5 replies 33 views Algorithm for selecting random representative subset based on absolute frequencies Given a long list of (unique) names, as well as an absolute frequency for each …

Most people with a degree in CS know what Big O stands for. It helps us to measure how well an algorithm scales. How do you calculate or approximate the complexity of your algorithms?

Feb 22, 2010 · A common algorithm with O (log n) time complexity is Binary Search whose recursive relation is T (n/2) + O (1) i.e. at every subsequent level of the tree you divide problem into half and do …

Feb 23, 2020 · Is it correct to say that everywhere recursion is used a for loop could be used? And if recursion is usually slower what is the technical reason for ever using it over for loop iteration? And if i...

Dec 1, 2023 · This is a simple question from algorithms theory. The difference between them is that in one case you count number of nodes and in other number of edges on the shortest path between …

Jul 2, 2009 · I have a line from A to B and a circle positioned at C with the radius R. What is a good algorithm to use to check whether the line intersects the circle? And at what coordinate along the …

While solving a geometry problem, I came across an approach called Sliding Window Algorithm. Couldn't really find any study material/details on it. What is the algorithm about?

What are the best algorithms (and explanations) for representing and rotating the pieces of a tetris game? I always find the piece rotation and representation schemes confusing. Most tetris games...

Aug 31, 2016 · Both choices refer to what algorithm the identity provider uses to sign the JWT. Signing is a cryptographic operation that generates a "signature" (part of the JWT) that the recipient of the …

Sep 1, 2009 · Algorithm A can't tell the difference between two similar inputs instances where only x 's value changes. If x is the minimum in one of these instances and not in the other, then A will fail to …