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.

How to use it in a sentence

• "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."

If you actually want to learn more...

• 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.

• Bubble Sort - Wikipedia

  • 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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