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Dynamic Programming (DP) Explanation

Introduction to Dynamic Programming (DP)


- Definition: Dynamic Programming (DP) is a method for solving problems by breaking
them down into smaller, overlapping subproblems, which are solved only once and stored
for reuse.
- Applications: DP is widely used in optimization problems, like shortest paths in graphs,
resource allocation, and sequence alignment in computational biology.
- Example Problem: Calculating the nth Fibonacci number efficiently using DP.

STEP 1 - Understand the Problem


- Objective: To solve problems efficiently by reusing solutions to smaller subproblems.
- Example - Fibonacci Sequence: Given an integer n, calculate the nth Fibonacci number
where:
- F(0) = 0
- F(1) = 1
- F(n) = F(n-1) + F(n-2) for n > 1
- Goal: Avoid redundant calculations by storing intermediate results.

STEP 2 - Formulate a Model


- Identify the Subproblems: Recognize that each Fibonacci number relies on the results of
previous Fibonacci numbers, making this a problem with overlapping subproblems.
- Establish the Optimal Substructure: The optimal solution for F(n) depends on the optimal
solutions of F(n-1) and F(n-2).
- Model Approach: Use either:
- Top-Down (Memoization): Cache results of subproblems as they are computed.
- Bottom-Up (Tabulation): Build a table from the smallest subproblems up to the target
problem.

STEP 3 - Develop an Algorithm


- Choose an Approach: Select memoization (top-down) or tabulation (bottom-up) based on
the problem requirements.
- Plan the Steps:
- Memoization: Recursively calculate each Fibonacci number, storing each result.
- Tabulation: Iteratively fill a table, starting from the base cases, up to F(n).
- Algorithm Example: (Provide pseudocode for both memoization and tabulation for
Fibonacci calculation)
STEP 4 - Write the Program
- Memorization Implementation:

def fib_memo(n, memo={}):


if n in memo:
print(f"Retrieving memoized result for fib({n}) = {memo[n]}")
return memo[n]
if n <= 1:
print(f"Base case reached for fib({n}) = {n} | Current memo state: {memo}")
return n
# Calculate, store in memo, and print intermediate results
result = fib_memo(n-1, memo) + fib_memo(n-2, memo)
memo[n] = result
print(f"Computed fib({n}) = {result} | Updated memo state: {memo}")
return result

# Running the function for the first 10 Fibonacci numbers


for i in range(7):
print(f"Final result for fib({i}) = {fib_memo(i)}\n")

- Tabulation Implementation:

#bottoum up (it starts from the base cases)


def fib_tab(n):
if n <= 1:
print(f"Base case reached for fib({n}) = {n}")
return n

# Initialize the table to store intermediate results


fib_table = [0] * (n + 1)
fib_table[1] = 1
print(f"Initial table state: {fib_table}")

# Fill the table iteratively


for i in range(2, n + 1):
fib_table[i] = fib_table[i - 1] + fib_table[i - 2]
print(f"Computed fib({i}) = {fib_table[i]} | Updated table state: {fib_table}")

# The nth Fibonacci number is at the nth index of fib_table


return fib_table[n]

# Running the function for the first 7 Fibonacci numbers


for i in range(7,8):
print(f"Final result for fib({i}) = {fib_tab(i)}\n")
- Compiling and Running: Ensure there are no syntax errors and run the code with sample
inputs.
STEP 5 - Test the Program
- Purpose: Verify that the solution is correct for a variety of inputs.
- Test Cases: Use cases like n = 5, n = 10, and edge cases (e.g., n = 0, n = 1) to ensure
accuracy.
- Debugging: Check for errors if output is incorrect, ensuring all intermediate calculations
are stored and retrieved as expected.

STEP 6 - Evaluate the Solution


- Efficiency Analysis:
- Time Complexity: Memoization and tabulation improve the Fibonacci sequence
calculation from O(2^n) (naive recursion) to O(n).
- Space Complexity: Both methods require O(n) space for storage.
- Interpret Results: Confirm the program's efficiency and correctness; consider if the chosen
method is optimal for similar DP problems.

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