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Master the art of finding data efficiently. From simple linear searches to advanced algorithms that leverage data structure properties for lightning-fast lookups.
Examine elements one by one until target is found
Reduce search space systematically for efficiency
Use data patterns and heuristics for optimal performance
| Case | Linear | Binary | Jump | Interpolation | Exponential |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Case | O(1) | O(1) | O(1) | O(1) | O(1) |
| Average Case | O(n) | O(log n) | O(√n) | O(log log n) | O(log n) |
| Worst Case | O(n) | O(log n) | O(√n) | O(n) | O(log n) |
Use Linear Search - Only option for unsorted arrays
Use Binary Search - Most efficient for sorted data
Use Jump Search - Good balance between simplicity and performance
Use Interpolation Search - Excellent for evenly distributed data
Use Exponential Search - Great for infinite or very large arrays
Use Hash Table - O(1) average lookup time
Use Fibonacci Search - When division is expensive
Use Ternary Search - For finding extrema in unimodal functions
Try our interactive search visualizer and master different algorithms