🔐 AlgoVault

A beginner-friendly open-source repository for learning and contributing basic algorithms in C, C++, and Python.

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📚 About AlgoVault

AlgoVault is a project under ABV-IIITM IEEE Student Branch designed to help students learn about Git, GitHub, and open-source contribution while mastering fundamental algorithms. This repository serves as a collection of clean, well-documented implementations of basic algorithms across three popular programming languages.

Whether you're new to programming or looking to strengthen your understanding of algorithms, AlgoVault provides a structured and welcoming environment to learn and contribute.

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🎯 Project Goals

• Provide clear, beginner-friendly implementations of fundamental algorithms
• Teach students practical Git and GitHub workflows
• Foster open-source contribution skills
• Build a comprehensive algorithm library in C, C++, and Python
• Create a collaborative learning environment

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📂 Repository Structure

AlgoVault/
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├── c/                          # C implementations
│   ├── sorting/
│   ├── searching/
│   └── README.md
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├── cpp/                        # C++ implementations
│   ├── sorting/
│   ├── searching/
│   └── README.md
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├── python/                     # Python implementations
│   ├── sorting/
│   ├── searching/
│   └── README.md
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├── .github/                    # GitHub templates and workflows
│   ├── ISSUE_TEMPLATE/
│   │   ├── bug_report.md
│   │   ├── algorithm_request.md
│   │   └── documentation.md
│   └── PULL_REQUEST_TEMPLATE.md
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├── CONTRIBUTING.md             # Contribution guidelines
├── CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md          # Community standards
├── LICENSE                     # MIT License
└── README.md                   # This file

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🚀 Supported Languages

Language	Version	File Extension
C	C99+	.c
C++	C++11+	.cpp
Python	3.6+	.py

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🎓 Algorithm Categories

• Sorting: Bubble Sort, Selection Sort, Insertion Sort, Merge Sort, Quick Sort, etc.
• Searching: Linear Search, Binary Search, Jump Search, etc.
• More categories coming soon!

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🤝 How to Contribute

We welcome contributions from developers of all skill levels! Here's how you can get started:

1. Fork this repository to your GitHub account
2. Clone your fork locally:

   git clone https://github.com/your-username/AlgoVault.git
   cd AlgoVault

3. Create a new branch for your contribution:

   git checkout -b add-algorithm-name

4. Add your algorithm following our guidelines (see below)
5. Commit your changes with a clear message:

   git commit -m "Add bubble sort in Python"

6. Push to your fork:

   git push origin add-algorithm-name

7. Open a Pull Request to the main repository

📖 For detailed contribution guidelines, please read CONTRIBUTING.md

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📝 Contribution Rules

File Naming

• Use snake_case for all file names
• Be descriptive and specific
• Examples: bubble_sort.py, binary_search.cpp, quick_sort.c

Code Quality

• ✅ Include clear comments explaining the algorithm
• ✅ Add time and space complexity at the top of the file
• ✅ Keep code simple and readable (target beginners)
• ✅ Test your code before submitting
• ✅ Follow language-specific conventions (see language README files)
• ❌ No plagiarism - write original implementations
• ❌ No unnecessary dependencies

Example File Structure

Python Example (python/sorting/bubble_sort.py):

"""
Bubble Sort Algorithm

Time Complexity: O(n²) in worst and average case, O(n) in best case
Space Complexity: O(1)

Description:
Bubble sort repeatedly steps through the list, compares adjacent elements
and swaps them if they're in the wrong order. The process repeats until
the list is sorted.
"""

def bubble_sort(arr):
    """
    Sorts an array using bubble sort algorithm
    
    Args:
        arr: List of comparable elements
    
    Returns:
        Sorted list
    """
    n = len(arr)
    
    for i in range(n):
        # Flag to optimize by stopping if no swaps occur
        swapped = False
        
        for j in range(0, n - i - 1):
            if arr[j] > arr[j + 1]:
                arr[j], arr[j + 1] = arr[j + 1], arr[j]
                swapped = True
        
        if not swapped:
            break
    
    return arr

# Example usage
if __name__ == "__main__":
    sample_array = [64, 34, 25, 12, 22, 11, 90]
    print(f"Original array: {sample_array}")
    sorted_array = bubble_sort(sample_array.copy())
    print(f"Sorted array: {sorted_array}")

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🏷️ Finding Issues to Work On

• Check the Issues tab for open tasks
• Look for issues labeled good first issue or help wanted
• Comment on an issue to get assigned before starting work
• If you have a new algorithm idea, create an issue first!

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🌟 Recognition

All contributors will be recognized! Your contributions help:

• Build your open-source portfolio
• Strengthen your GitHub profile
• Improve your algorithm knowledge
• Help fellow students learn

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📜 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

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👥 Maintainers

ABV-IIITM IEEE Student Branch

For questions, suggestions, or support:

• Open an issue on GitHub
• Contact: abv.iiitm.ieee@example.com (Update with actual contact)

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🙏 Acknowledgments

Thanks to all contributors who help make AlgoVault a valuable learning resource for students worldwide!

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⭐ Show Your Support

If you find this project helpful, please give it a star! It helps others discover this resource.

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Happy Coding! 🚀