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DSA in Python – Introduction to Priority Queues using Binary Heaps | Min & Max Heaps | Part 180

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📘 Welcome to Part 180 of Code & Debug’s DSA in Python Course!

In this video, we kick off our exploration of Priority Queues implemented using Binary Heaps. This is a foundational session where we break down the core concepts without diving into code yet, just clear explanations with examples to build your understanding of how heaps work as efficient data structures for priority-based operations.

👨‍🏫 What’s covered in this video:
1. What is a Priority Queue and its real-world applications
2. Understanding Complete Binary Trees
3. Introduction to Binary Heaps
4. Min Heap: Properties and use cases
5. Max Heap: Properties and use cases
6. Heap operations overview (insert, extract, heapify)
7. Why heaps are efficient for priority queues
8. Visual examples and comparisons

Whether you’re new to heaps or refreshing your basics, this lesson will give you the clarity you need before we implement them in code!

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