Data Structures and Algorithms of Physics of Data

The course aims at introducing mathematical and programming basis and main tools and techniques for efficient algorithm design. Particular emphasis is taken, in the analysis of data structures which turn out to be fundamental in the construction of sophisticated algorithms applying in scientific realms. Mathematical tools are introduced, for performance and efficiency algorithm analysis. Main design techniques are introduced, illustrating the construction of some relevant and well-known algorithms. Finally, elements of parallel and distributed computing are proposed.

The student will be able to tackle typical problems related to data analysis, designing sophisticated efficient algorithms. To this aim, she/he will be able to apply the design techniques overviewed along the course, as well as properly use main data structures. Such skills will be possibly put in practice by developing C++ or Python software.