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Abstraction ADTs Lecture

The document discusses the concept of abstraction, which simplifies programming by hiding unnecessary details and focusing on important aspects. It introduces Abstract Data Types (ADTs) that define data and operations without revealing implementation details, emphasizing characteristics like encapsulation, modularity, and reusability. Applications of abstraction and ADTs are highlighted in various fields such as gaming, apps, and websites, with a key takeaway to prioritize functionality over implementation.

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Abstraction ADTs Lecture

The document discusses the concept of abstraction, which simplifies programming by hiding unnecessary details and focusing on important aspects. It introduces Abstract Data Types (ADTs) that define data and operations without revealing implementation details, emphasizing characteristics like encapsulation, modularity, and reusability. Applications of abstraction and ADTs are highlighted in various fields such as gaming, apps, and websites, with a key takeaway to prioritize functionality over implementation.

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Abstraction and

Abstract Data Types


Lecturer: Mr. Muhammad Mustafa
Introduction

• Abstraction hides unnecessary details and shows only the


important parts.
• Examples: Using a car’s steering wheel without knowing how
the engine works.
• Why it matters: Simplifies programming and helps manage
complexity.
• Objective: Learn about Abstraction and Abstract Data Types
(ADTs).
What is Abstraction?

• Definition: Hiding the details and focusing on what’s important.


• Real-Life Example: Using a TV remote without understanding the signal
process.
• Types:
• - Data Abstraction: Hides how data is stored.
• - Control Abstraction: Hides how tasks are performed step-by-step.
• Benefits: Reduces complexity, improves maintainability, and increases
reusability.
What are ADTs?

• Definition: ADTs define data and operations without showing


implementation details.
• Components:
• - Interface: The set of operations you can perform.
• - Implementation: The hidden details of how it works.
• Examples: Stack, Queue, List.
Characteristics of ADTs

• Encapsulation: Hides data and only exposes operations.


• Modularity: Breaks down programs into independent
components.
• Reusability: ADTs can be used in different programs.
• Example: A stack works like a pile of plates—only the top
plate is accessible.
Applications of Abstraction and
ADTs

• Games: Managing players and scores.


• Apps: Handling messages and contacts.
• Websites: Organizing data like images and articles.
• Example: Searching for books in a library app without
knowing the database details.
Conclusion

• Abstraction simplifies complex systems by hiding details.


• ADTs define what operations can be done without
showing how they are done.
• Key takeaway: Focus on what something does, not how it
works.
• Questions and Discussion?

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