What is an algorithm?
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A well defined set of instructions that instruct a computer how to do a task
An algorithm is like what item in the area of cooking?
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A recipe, which must provide well defined instructions so that the resulting dish is palatable.
Should algorithm steps be detailed or undetailed?
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We want to write detailed steps. When we convert the steps to program code, the computer will (only) do exactly as we tell it.
Data Structures And Algorithms (DSA) (Chapter 101 - Introduction to Algorithms)
Chapter 101 - Introduction to Algorithms
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