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Ogwu-Nelson Chikabadu David
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Essential Data Structures for Beginners

Data Structures are fundamental concepts in computer science that refer to organizing, managing and storing data so it can be efficiently accessed and modified. Think of it as;

The Library: A Perfect Analogy

Imagine stepping into a library. Upon first look, you might see multiple book rows, but there’s a method to the madness. Libraries use a systematic approach to organize their books, making it easy for visitors to find what they want. This organization mirrors how data structures function in computer science “organization, management and storage”.

And just like the library, Data Structures provide a structured way to handle large amounts of data.

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