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Reading 10: Abstract Data Types

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In this reading, we look at a powerful idea: abstract data types. This idea enables us to separate how we use a data structure in a program from the particular form of the data structure itself.

Reading 10: Abstract Data Types Reading 10: Abstract Data Types Software in 6.031 Safe from bugs Easy to understand Ready for change Correct today and correct in the unknown future. Communicating clearly with future programmers, including future you. Designed to accommodate change without rewriting. Objectives Today’s class introduces two ideas: Abstract data types Representation independence Introduction In this reading, we look at a powerful idea: abstract data types. This idea enables us to separate how we use a data structure in a program from the particular form of the data structure itse

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