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Class 41

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We explore techniques for analyzing the number of calls made in evaluating procedures, particularly recursive procedures. We consider why such analysis is useful.

Preliminaries

Overview

  • Comparing algorithms
  • Two metrics: time and number of steps
  • Using output to count procedure calls
  • Tools for procedure analysis

Updates

News / Etc.

  • I expect you all to attend class on Friday.

Upcoming work

  • Exam 4
    • Exam due Thursday
    • Cover sheets due Friday
    • Epilogues due Friday
  • Optional final during finals week (Wed 2pm, Thu 9am, or Fri 9am).

Extra credit (Academic/Artistic)

  • CS Extras Thursday: Summer opportunities in CS.

Extra credit (Peer)

Extra credit (Misc)

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