Bubble sort is a simple sorting algorithm that repeatedly steps through a list, compares adjacent elements, and swaps them if they are in the wrong order. It's not the most efficient sorting method, but it's easy to understand and implement, making it a favorite of coding boot camp instructors and whiteboard interviewers at FAANG companies.
"I was stuck in a meeting with the new dev manager, and he kept going on about optimizing our search algorithm using Bubble sort. I couldn't tell if he was joking or if he actually thought it was a good idea."
"I saw a post on Hacker News about a startup using Bubble sort in their core product. The comments section was a bloodbath - I haven't seen that many 'Well, actually...' replies since the last time someone mentioned blockchains on Twitter."
Bubble Sort Algorithm - GeeksforGeeks
This article provides a detailed explanation of the Bubble sort algorithm, including its time and space complexity.
It also includes sample code implementations in various programming languages.
The Wikipedia page on Bubble sort offers a comprehensive overview of the algorithm, its history, and its performance characteristics.
It also discusses variations and optimizations of the basic Bubble sort algorithm.
Bubble Sort Visualization - VisuAlgo
This interactive website allows you to visualize the step-by-step process of Bubble sort and other sorting algorithms.
It's a great resource for understanding how the algorithm works and comparing its performance to other sorting methods.
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