The more you understand about data structures and algorithms, and how they work together, the more efficient your Java programs will be. This tutorial launches a short series introducing data ...

How to recognize and use array and list data structures in your Java programs. Which algorithms work best with different types of array and list data structures. Why some algorithms will work ...

So stop trying to memorize everything. Instead, start with the basics and learn to do two things: Learn when and how to use different data structures and their algorithms in your own code.