How do different collection types compare in performance?

How do different collection types compare in performance?

Different collection types, like arrays, lists, and sets, have varying performance based on operations. What specific operations are you interested in?

I'm particularly interested in search and insertion performance.

For search performance, sets generally offer O(1) time complexity, while arrays and lists can be O(n). Insertion performance varies: arrays can be O(n) due to resizing, while lists and sets are typically O(1).

What about memory usage?

Memory usage also differs; arrays require contiguous memory, while lists use more memory per element due to pointers. Sets can be memory-intensive due to hashing.

Thanks! Can you summarize the best use cases for each?

Sure! Use arrays for fixed-size collections, lists for dynamic collections, and sets for unique items with fast lookups.