Learn Algorithms, Visually
Master the fundamentals of computer science through interactive learning.
Understand how algorithms work by seeing them move, not memorizing steps.
Each domain combines intuition, real-world context, complexity tradeoffs, and live visualizations so you can build understanding that actually sticks.
How to Learn with Yield
Yield is designed to be simple and flexible. You can explore casually or follow a structured path.
A good way to learn:
- Start with a domain
- Read the intuition and real-world context
- Watch the algorithm run step by step
- Compare it with alternatives
- Come back and try a different approach
Key Idea
Understanding comes from seeing behavior, not memorizing code. Watch the algorithm move, then the theory clicks.
Choose a Learning Path
Not everyone learns algorithms for the same reason. Pick a path that matches your goal.
Beginner Path
New to algorithms? Start here.
Start with ordering data, then move into structure, navigation, and relationships. Build foundational intuition step by step.
You start with ordering, then structure, then navigation, then relationships.
Interview Prep
Optimized for technical interviews.
Focus on algorithms and patterns that appear most often in coding interviews and system design discussions.
Patterns unlock entire problem families. These concepts appear repeatedly in interviews.
Visual Learner
Learn by watching algorithms move.
Visual intuition builds faster than abstract explanations. Watch the behavior first, then understand the theory.
Visual intuition builds faster than abstract explanations.
Explore by Domain
Sorting
Organize data efficiently.
The foundation of searching, databases, and many interview problems. Learn when stability, space, and speed tradeoffs matter.
Start with:Insertion Sort
Pathfinding
Navigate grids, mazes, and graphs.
Used in maps, games, robotics, and AI systems. Understand when BFS beats Dijkstra and why A* is the gold standard.
Start with:Breadth-First Search (BFS)
Trees
Model hierarchical data efficiently.
Power databases, file systems, and indexes. Learn self-balancing tradeoffs and when to use each structure.
Start with:Binary Search Tree (BST)
Graphs
Model relationships and dependencies.
Essential for networks, scheduling, and system design. Master minimum spanning trees and topological sorting.
Start with:Kahn's Algorithm
Patterns
Mental templates for problem families.
Learn the reusable strategies that unlock hundreds of problems. Sliding Window, Two Pointers, Prefix Sums, and more.
Start with:Sliding Window
Interview
Master classic coding problems.
Prepare for technical interviews with visual explanations of common problems, multiple approaches, and interview strategies.
Start with:Trapping Rain Water
Featured Algorithm
pathfinding
A* Search
The Informed Explorer
The gold standard for pathfinding in games and robotics, combining the completeness of Dijkstra with heuristic guidance for faster solutions.
What You'll Explore
29
Algorithms
6
Domains
23
Code Examples
40+
Interactive Demos
Everything designed to build intuition, not overwhelm.
Why Yield?
Yield started as a personal cheat sheet while grinding algorithms late at night.
The goal was simple: understand algorithms by seeing them move.
What began as a study tool slowly turned into a full visual learning platform designed to make core computer science concepts feel intuitive and approachable.
Quick Questions
Do I need advanced math?
No. Most concepts rely on logic and intuition, not formulas. The visualizations help you understand behavior without proofs.
Is this good for interview prep?
Yes. Yield focuses on the algorithms and patterns that appear most often in technical interviews at all levels.
Should I read first or visualize first?
Either works. Many learners prefer to watch first to build intuition, then read for deeper understanding.
Ready to Start Learning?
Pick a domain above to explore algorithms in depth, or jump straight into the visualizer to see them in action.
You don't need to memorize. You just need to understand how things behave.
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