Mastering Search Algorithms with Python

Download or read book Mastering Search Algorithms with Python written by Pooja Baraskar and published by BPB Publications. This book was released on 2024-07-20 with total page 406 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DESCRIPTION In today's era of Artificial Intelligence and the vast expanse of big data, understanding how to effectively utilize search algorithms has become crucial. Every day, billions of searches happen online, influencing everything from social media recommendations to critical decisions in fields like finance and healthcare. Behind these seemingly straightforward searches are powerful algorithms that determine how information is discovered, organized, and applied, fundamentally shaping our digital interactions. This book covers various search algorithms, starting with linear and binary searches, analyzing their performance, and implementing them in Python. It progresses to graph traversal algorithms like DFS and BFS, including Python examples and explores the A* algorithm for optimal pathfinding. Advanced search techniques and optimization best practices are discussed, along with neural network applications like gradient descent. You will also learn to create interactive visualizations using Streamlit and explore real-world applications in gaming, logistics, and Machine Learning. By the end, readers will have a solid grasp of search algorithms, enabling them to implement them efficiently in Python and tackle complex search problems with ease. KEY FEATURES ● Comprehensive coverage of a wide range of search algorithms, from basic to advanced. ● Hands-on Python code examples for each algorithm, fostering practical learning. ● Insights into the real-world applications of each algorithm, preparing readers for real-world challenges. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Understand basic to advanced search algorithms in Python that are crucial for information retrieval. ● Learn different search methods like binary search and A* search, and their pros and cons. ● Use Python’s visualization tools to see algorithms in action for better understanding. ● Enhance learning with practical examples, challenges, and solutions to boost programming skills. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book is for software engineers, data scientists, and computer science students looking to master search algorithms with Python to optimize search algorithms in today's data-driven environments. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction to Search Algorithms 2. Linear and Binary Search 3. Depth Search and Breadth First Search 4. Heuristic Search: Introducing A* Algorithm 5. Advanced Search Algorithms and Techniques 6. Optimizing and Benchmarking Search Algorithms 7. Search Algorithms for Neural Networks 8. Interactive Visualizations with Streamlit 9. Search Algorithms in Large Language Models 10. Diverse Landscape of Search Algorithms 11. Real World Applications of Search Algorithms