Mini project

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Singly Linked List:

• A linear data structure where each node contains data and a pointer to the next node.
• Efficient for insertions/deletions at the beginning (head) but less efficient for operations in the middle or end due to
sequential traversal.
Performance Considerations:

Insertion/Deletion:

• Aim for constant time (O(1)) for insert_front() and insert_rear() (if applicable).
Search:

• Aim for a faster average search time compared to a singly linked list (O(n)). Ideally, O(log n) or similar.
Memory Usage:

• Balance performance with memory efficiency.

Efficient Linked List Variants:

1. Doubly Linked List:

• Each node has pointers to both the previous and next node.
• Enables fast insertions/deletions at any position (O(1)).
• Requires more memory per node.
2. XOR Linked List:

• Combines aspects of singly and doubly linked lists, using XOR operations.
• Saves space compared to doubly linked lists.
• Calculations can be more complex.
• Might not be suitable for all scenarios.
3. Skip List:

• A multi-layered structure with "shortcuts" for faster search.

• Offers average-case search time of O(log n).
• Can be more complex to implement and maintain.
Choosing a Variant:

• Consider your project's needs.

• If frequent insertions/deletions are crucial, an XOR Linked List might be ideal.
• For faster search, a Skip List could be beneficial, but weigh its complexity against the performance gain.
Code Structure (Conceptual):

C++
class MyLinkedList {
public:
MyLinkedList(); // Constructor
~MyLinkedList(); // Destructor

void insert_front(int data);

void insert_rear(int data); // If applicable
bool search(int data);
void delete_node(int data);

private:
// Define the Node structure based on the chosen variant
struct Node {
int data;
// Add pointers or other fields as needed for the variant (e.g., prev for XOR Linked List)
};

Node* head; // Pointer to the head node

};