
Algorithms in Java, Coded and Tested
Solve Any Maze with Proven AlgorithmsBy Bianca ZielinskiLength7h 24m
About this audiobook
Are you ready to master core algorithms in Java? Do you want to code, test, and optimize sorting, searching, graph algorithms, and dynamic programming with runnable implementations? Algorithms in Java, Coded and Tested is your practical, hands-on guide from beginner to pro. Bianca Zielinski walks you through each algorithm step-by-step, with clear Java code that you can run and modify. This book focuses on real-world performance: you'll learn to analyze time and space complexity, avoid common pitfalls, and fine-tune your solutions for speed and efficiency.
What You'll Build and Test
Sorting algorithms: quicksort, mergesort, heapsort, and more
Searching techniques: binary search, interpolation search, and hash-based lookups
Graph algorithms: BFS, DFS, Dijkstra, A*, and minimum spanning trees
Dynamic programming: knapSack, Fibonacci, longest common subsequence, and optimal pathfinding
Every algorithm is accompanied by a runnable Java test harness, so you can see results immediately and experiment with edge cases. You'll also learn how to benchmark your code and identify bottlenecks using Java's profiling tools. By the end, you'll have a reusable library of optimized algorithms and the confidence to tackle any coding interview or project.
Unlike abstract theory books, this one is all about doing. Each chapter ends with coding challenges and optimization exercises. Bianca Zielinski's approach is perfect for self-taught programmers, bootcamp graduates, and computer science students who want to bridge the gap between classroom concepts and real-world performance. Whether you're preparing for technical interviews or building high-performance applications, this book delivers actionable knowledge.
Competing with the likes of [placeholder], this book stands out by providing tested, ready-to-run Java code for every algorithm. No fluff—just code, tests, and optimization tips that work.
Audiobook details
GenreTechnology
Length7 hrs 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Preface
2Chapter 1 — Setting the Stage - Your Pathfinding Project
3Chapter 2 — Measuring Efficiency - Complexity Analysis
4Chapter 3 — Essential Data Structures for Mazes
5Chapter 4 — Recursive Thinking - Exploring the Maze
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6Chapter 5 — Backtracking - Finding All Paths
7Chapter 6 — Divide and Conquer - Splitting the Maze
8Chapter 7 — Dynamic Programming - Counting Routes
9Chapter 8 — Dynamic Programming - Shortest Path with Costs
10Chapter 9 — Greedy Algorithms - Heuristic Search
11Chapter 10 — Graph Traversals - BFS and Dijkstra
12Chapter 11 — Advanced Graph Algorithms - Maze Generation
13Chapter 12 — Optimizing with Caching and Memoization
14Chapter 13 — Concurrency - Parallel Maze Solving
15Chapter 14 — Testing and Debugging Your Solver
16Chapter 15 — Visualization and User Interface
17Chapter 16 — Real-World Extensions - 3D Mazes and More
18Chapter 17 — Interview Prep - Maze Problems in Tech Interviews
19Chapter 18 — Final Integration - The Complete Maze Solver Application
20About the Author