What is Algorithm?
A step-by-step set of instructions for solving a specific problem or performing a computation.
Why It Matters
Choosing the right algorithm affects how fast and efficiently your application processes data.
Real-World Example
A sorting algorithm that arranges a list of 10,000 products by price in milliseconds.
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