

Algorithms + Data Structures = Programs
Conor Hoekstra, Bryce Adelstein Lelbach & Ben Deane
The Algorithms + Data Structures = Programs Podcast (aka ADSP: The Podcast) is a programming podcast hosted by two NVIDIA software engineers that focuses on the C++ and Rust programming languages. Topics discussed include algorithms, data structures, programming languages, latest news in tech and more. The podcast was initially inspired by Magic Read Along. Feel free to follow us on Twitter at @adspthepodcast.
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Mar 7, 2025 • 29min
Episode 224: Flux Updates & Internal Iteration
In this episode, Conor and Ben chat with Tristan Brindle about recent updates to Flux, internal iteration vs external iteration and more.Link to Episode 224 on WebsiteDiscuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub)SocialsADSP: The Podcast: TwitterConor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | MastodonBen Deane: Twitter | BlueSkyAbout the GuestTristan Brindle a freelance programmer and trainer based in London, mostly focussing on C++. He is a member of the UK national body (BSI) and ISO WG21. Occasionally I can be found at C++ conferences. He is also a director of C++ London Uni, a not-for-profit organisation offering free beginner programming classes in London and online. He has a few fun projects on GitHub that you can find out about here.Show NotesDate Generated: 2025-02-17Date Released: 2025-03-07FluxLightning Talk: Faster Filtering with Flux - Tristan Brindle - CppNorth 2023Arrays, Fusion & CPUs vs GPUs.pdfIteration Revisited: A Safer Iteration Model for C++ - Tristan Brindle - CppNorth 2023ADSP Episode 126: Flux (and Flow) with Tristan BrindleIterators and Ranges: Comparing C++ to D to Rust - Barry Revzin - [CppNow 2021]Keynote: Iterators and Ranges: Comparing C++ to D, Rust, and Others - Barry Revzin - CPPP 2021Iteration Inside and Out - Bob Nystrom BlogExpanding the internal iteration API #99Intro Song InfoMiss You by Sarah Jansen https://soundcloud.com/sarahjansenmusicCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-miss-youMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/iYYxnasvfx8

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Feb 28, 2025 • 29min
Episode 223: Is C++ Dying? II
In this discussion, Tristan Brindle, a freelance programmer and C++ expert from London, dives into the future of C++. He shares insights from a recent meetup about the push for safety in coding practices and reflects on user-defined handlers for C++ contract violations. The conversation examines the implications of emerging languages like Rust and the enduring strength of C++. Tristan emphasizes the value of C++ in modern programming and discusses the importance of mastering multiple languages for a deeper understanding of coding.

Feb 21, 2025 • 37min
Episode 222: From Stepanov to Euler to Shawshank
In this episode, Conor and Ben chat with Tristan Brindle about graph algorithm resources, tropical semirings, Stepanov stories, FM2GP, EOP, and veer off into a chat about TV shows, movies and more!Link to Episode 222 on WebsiteDiscuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub)SocialsADSP: The Podcast: TwitterConor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | MastodonBen Deane: Twitter | BlueSkyAbout the GuestTristan Brindle a freelance programmer and trainer based in London, mostly focussing on C++. He is a member of the UK national body (BSI) and ISO WG21. Occasionally I can be found at C++ conferences. He is also a director of C++ London Uni, a not-for-profit organisation offering free beginner programming classes in London and online. He has a few fun projects on GitHub that you can find out about here.Show NotesDate Generated: 2025-02-17Date Released: 2025-02-21Mazes for Programmers by Jamis BuckMaze Demo from C++Now 2019: Ben Deane “Identifying Monoids: Exploiting Compositional Structure in Code”A Very General Method of Computing Shortest PathsFrom Mathematics to Generic ProgrammingSpoils of the EqyptiansAll A9 PlaylistsElements of ProgrammingFM2GP Programming Languages Virtual Meetup (Next One)A Tribute to Euler - William DunhamPerfect NumbersAmicable NumbersCountdown ClipJames Acaster ClipJames Acaster's Classic ScrapesChariots of FireBrief EncounterHouse's Stalker ClipCasablancaIntro Song InfoMiss You by Sarah Jansen https://soundcloud.com/sarahjansenmusicCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-miss-youMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/iYYxnasvfx8

Feb 14, 2025 • 46min
Episode 221: 2025 Predictions, Conferences and More!
In this episode, Conor and Bryce make their 2025 predictions, talk about upcoming conferences and more!Link to Episode 221 on WebsiteDiscuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub)SocialsADSP: The Podcast: TwitterConor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | MastodonBryce Adelstein LelbachShow NotesDate Generated: 2025-01-22Date Released: 2025-02-14ADSP Episode 150: Is C++ Dying?ADSP Episode 111: C++23 Ranges, 2022 Retro & Star WarsFeb 17 Budapest C++ Meetup: THINK PARALLEL: The Why & How of Modern C++PyCon US 2025LambdaDays 2025PLDI 2025CppNorth 2025C++26C++26 SendersContracts for C++plrank.comGleam LanguageIntro Song InfoMiss You by Sarah Jansen https://soundcloud.com/sarahjansenmusicCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-miss-youMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/iYYxnasvfx8

Feb 7, 2025 • 34min
Episode 220: Graph Algorithms & 7 Bridges of Königsberg
In this episode, Conor and Bryce chat about graph algorithms, the 7 bridges of Königsberg, Hamiltonian paths, Eulerian paths, and more!Link to Episode 220 on WebsiteDiscuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub)SocialsADSP: The Podcast: TwitterConor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | MastodonBryce Adelstein LelbachShow NotesDate Generated: 2025-01-22Date Released: 2025-02-07Algorithms by Panos LouridasICPC7 Bridges of KönigsbergHamiltonian PathEulerian PathElements of ProgrammingC++20 std::ranges::transformHaskell iterateC++20 std::views::iotaFrom Mathematics to Generic Programming (FM2GP)PLVM MeetupIntro Song InfoMiss You by Sarah Jansen https://soundcloud.com/sarahjansenmusicCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-miss-youMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/iYYxnasvfx8

Jan 31, 2025 • 27min
Episode 219: Flood Fills & Adaptive Mesh Refinement
In this episode, Conor and Bryce chat about the flood fill algorithm, adaptive mesh refinement, white dwarfs and more!Link to Episode 219 on WebsiteDiscuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub)SocialsADSP: The Podcast: TwitterConor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | MastodonBryce Adelstein LelbachShow NotesDate Generated: 2025-01-22Date Released: 2025-01-31Algorithms by Panos LouridasFlood FillAdaptive Mesh RefinementWhite Dwarfcity-strides-hacking GitHub RepoArrayCast Epsiode 98 (coming soon)ADSP Episode 176: 🇺🇸 prior, deltas & Dinner with PhineasNew Algorithms in C++23 - Conor Hoekstra - C++ on Sea 2023Intro Song InfoMiss You by Sarah Jansen https://soundcloud.com/sarahjansenmusicCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-miss-youMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/iYYxnasvfx8

Jan 24, 2025 • 28min
Episode 218: Algorithms (by Louridas)
In this episode, Conor and Bryce chat about a new algorithm book that Bryce picked up.Link to Episode 218 on WebsiteDiscuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub)SocialsADSP: The Podcast: TwitterConor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | MastodonBryce Adelstein LelbachShow NotesDate Generated: 2025-01-22Date Released: 2025-01-24Algorithms by Panos LouridasElements of ProgrammingC++98 std::reverseFlood FillIntro Song InfoMiss You by Sarah Jansen https://soundcloud.com/sarahjansenmusicCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-miss-youMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/iYYxnasvfx8

Jan 17, 2025 • 21min
Episode 217: Pragmatic vs Inspiring Talks, A Bug and More
In this episode, Conor and Ben chat about different styles of talks, diagnose a bug and more!Link to Episode 217 on WebsiteDiscuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub)SocialsADSP: The Podcast: TwitterConor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | MastodonBen Deane: Twitter | BlueSkyShow NotesDate Generated: 2024-12-16Date Released: 2025-01-1713 : Foreign Function in JPointfree.ioC++Now 2017: Ben Deane & Jason Turner "constexpr ALL the things!"Ben Deane's blog post "Six languages worth knowing"Intro Song InfoMiss You by Sarah Jansen https://soundcloud.com/sarahjansenmusicCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-miss-youMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/iYYxnasvfx8

Jan 10, 2025 • 30min
Episode 216: Programming Paradigms and Algorithmic Thinking
Delve into the fascinating world of programming paradigms! Discover the benefits of using standard algorithms over traditional loops in languages like C++ and Haskell. Learn about algorithmic intuition and the importance of mentorship in programming. Explore the versatile capabilities of array languages such as BQN and APL. Uncover the intricacies of design patterns and the challenges of integrating functional languages into modern workflows. The discussion highlights the vital role of programming paradigms in efficiency and data processing.

Jan 3, 2025 • 26min
Episode 215: C++ vs BQN (AoC Part 2)
In this episode, Conor and Ben chat about solving advent of code problems in C++ and BQN.Link to Episode 215 on WebsiteDiscuss this episode, leave a comment, or ask a question (on GitHub)SocialsADSP: The Podcast: TwitterConor Hoekstra: Twitter | BlueSky | MastodonBen Deane: Twitter | BlueSkyShow NotesDate Generated: 2024-12-16Date Released: 2025-01-03Advent of Code 2024AoC 2024 Day 5Ben's C++ SolutionConor's BQN SolutionConor's AoC Video PlaylistBQNC++ std::multimapC++20 std::ranges::is_sortedC++20 std::ranges::sortAlgorithms as a Tool of Thought // Conor Hoekstra // APL Seeds '21C++23 std::views::enumeratePython enumerateScala zipWithIndexComposition Intuition II - Conor Hoekstra - CppNorth 2024Intro Song InfoMiss You by Sarah Jansen https://soundcloud.com/sarahjansenmusicCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/l-miss-youMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/iYYxnasvfx8