Data Structures and Algorithms in C#
CSE-41338
Data Structures and Algorithms in C#
Gain an understanding of fundamental algorithms and data structures. Learn to write code that scales well with large data sets and how to identify hidden performance bottlenecks. The topics covered are taught in C# but apply to all programming languages and software development domains. Participants will learn the fundamentals needed to answer algorithm and data structures questions commonly asked of job candidates in programming interviews.
Course Highlights:
- Performance Analysis of Algorithms
- Recursion
- Data Abstraction and Time-Space Trade Offs
- Mutual Improvements
Course Benefits:
- Write code that scales well in real-world situations by selecting appropriate data structures and algorithms
- Identify and resolve bottlenecks to correct performance issues in existing software
- Obtain foundational knowledge necessary to learn standard libraries across all programming languages
- Prepare students to respond appropriately to algorithm questions commonly asked in job interviews
- Acquire the ability to develop object-oriented solutions using the C# programming language
- Apply advanced C# programming techniques including generics and callbacks
Hardware: Must have access to a C# compiler.
Course Materials: The instructor will provide students with a pdf copy of his custom course reader to be used for the duration of this course. There is no other textbook required for this course.
Course Typically Offered: Spring and Fall quarters.
Prerequisite: C# Programming II: Object Oriented Programming or equivalent knowledge and experience.
Next Step: Upon completion of this course, consider taking courses in our C# Programming program.
Contact: For more information about this course, please email infotech@ucsd.edu.
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This course is entirely web-based and to be completed asynchronously between the published course start and end dates. Synchronous attendance is NOT required.
You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.
Textbooks:
All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.
Policies:
- No refunds after: 3/30/2026
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Instructor:
Raymond Mitchell III, B.S.
Software Engineer, Fairway Technologies
Ray Mitchell is the founder and CEO of Otairo.ai, launched in 2025 to deliver cutting-edge generative AI solutions that help businesses transform their operations. Prior to Otairo, he spent three years leading Topcoder and held senior roles at Accenture and Fairway Technologies, where he drove cloud-based solution delivery in C/C++, C#, and Java across AWS, Azure, and GCP. Ray is passionate about collaborating closely with customers to craft solutions that offer exceptional user experiences and scale seamlessly. Since 2006, he has shared his expertise as an instructor at UC San Diego Extended Studies, teaching courses in software development, algorithms, and cloud technologies.
