Build A Binary Search Tree That Holds First Names

Build A Binary Search Tree That Holds First Namescreate A Menu With T

Build a binary search tree that holds first names. Create a menu with the following options: Add a name to the list (which will add a new node), delete a name from the list (which will delete a node), search for a name (returning whether the name is in the tree), output the number of leaves in the tree, and output the tree through an inorder traversal.

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Build A Binary Search Tree That Holds First Namescreate A Menu With T

Build A Binary Search Tree That Holds First Namescreate A Menu With T

This paper presents a comprehensive approach to constructing a binary search tree (BST) that manages first names, along with an interactive menu that facilitates essential operations such as insertion, deletion, search, counting leaf nodes, and inorder traversal. The focus lies on implementing a user-friendly interface coupled with efficient data structure manipulations, ensuring quick access and modification for the stored first names.

Introduction

The binary search tree (BST) is a node-based data structure that maintains sorted data to allow rapid insertion, deletion, and lookup operations. Its properties ensure that for any given node, all the elements in the left subtree are less than the node's value, and all elements in the right subtree are greater. Leveraging this structure for storing first names enables quick searches, insertions, and deletions, which are essential for dynamic data management in applications like contact lists or registries.

Design and Implementation of the BST

Node Structure

Each node in the BST contains a first name (string) and pointers to the left and right child nodes. Implementation includes creating a class or struct to encapsulate this data and facilitate operations. For example, in Python, a class named Node with attributes name, left, and right would be used.

Inserting Nodes

The insertion algorithm begins at the root node, comparing the new name to the current node's name. If the new name is lexicographically less, the process recurses into the left subtree; if greater, into the right subtree. When an appropriate null position is found, a new node is created. This operation maintains the BST property and ensures sorted order.

Deleting Nodes

Deletion in a BST involves three cases: deleting a leaf node, deleting a node with one child, and deleting a node with two children. The algorithm locates the target node, then rearranges pointers accordingly. For nodes with two children, typically the inorder successor (smallest node in the right subtree) replaces the deleted node, ensuring the BST remains valid.

Searching for a Name

The search operation compares the target name with the current node, traversing left or right depending on lexicographical order. If the name matches, the search terminates successfully; otherwise, it continues until the node is found or a null pointer indicates absence.

Counting Leaf Nodes

The number of leaves is determined through recursive traversal. A node is a leaf if both its left and right pointers are null. The algorithm sums the count of such nodes throughout the tree.

Inorder Traversal

Inorder traversal visits nodes in ascending order: traverse the left subtree, visit the current node, then traverse the right subtree. This process outputs all stored names in sorted order, providing a comprehensive view of the BST contents.

Menu Operations

The interactive menu provides options to modify and analyze the BST:

  • Add a name: prompts the user for input and inserts the name into the tree.
  • Delete a name: prompts the user to specify a name to remove from the tree.
  • Search for a name: returns whether the specified name exists in the tree.
  • Output the number of leaves: displays the count of leaf nodes.
  • Output the tree via inorder traversal: displays all names in sorted order.
  • Exit: terminates the program.

Sample Implementation in Python

Below is an example implementation demonstrating the core functionalities within a command-line interface:

class Node:


def __init__(self, name):


self.name = name


self.left = None


self.right = None


class BinarySearchTree:


def __init__(self):


self.root = None


def insert(self, name):


self.root = self._insert_recursive(self.root, name)


def _insert_recursive(self, node, name):


if node is None:


return Node(name)


if name.lower() 

node.left = self._insert_recursive(node.left, name)


elif name.lower() > node.name.lower():


node.right = self._insert_recursive(node.right, name)


return node


def delete(self, name):


self.root = self._delete_recursive(self.root, name)


def _delete_recursive(self, node, name):


if node is None:


return node


if name.lower() 

node.left = self._delete_recursive(node.left, name)


elif name.lower() > node.name.lower():


node.right = self._delete_recursive(node.right, name)


else:


if node.left is None:


return node.right


elif node.right is None:


return node.left


else:


min_larger_node = self._find_min(node.right)


node.name = min_larger_node.name


node.right = self._delete_recursive(node.right, min_larger_node.name)


return node


def _find_min(self, node):


current = node


while current.left is not None:


current = current.left


return current


def search(self, name):


return self._search_recursive(self.root, name)


def _search_recursive(self, node, name):


if node is None:


return False


if name.lower() == node.name.lower():


return True


elif name.lower() 

return self._search_recursive(node.left, name)


else:


return self._search_recursive(node.right, name)


def count_leaves(self):


return self._count_leaves_recursive(self.root)


def _count_leaves_recursive(self, node):


if node is None:


return 0


if node.left is None and node.right is None:


return 1


return self._count_leaves_recursive(node.left) + self._count_leaves_recursive(node.right)


def inorder_traversal(self):


result = []


self._inorder(self.root, result)


return result


def _inorder(self, node, result):


if node is not None:


self._inorder(node.left, result)


result.append(node.name)


self._inorder(node.right, result)


def main():


bst = BinarySearchTree()


while True:


print("\nMenu Options:")


print("1. Add a name")


print("2. Delete a name")


print("3. Search for a name")


print("4. Output number of leaves")


print("5. Output the tree in sorted order")


print("6. Exit")


choice = input("Enter your choice (1-6): ")


if choice == '1':


name = input("Enter the name to add: ")


bst.insert(name)


print(f"'{name}' added.")


elif choice == '2':


name = input("Enter the name to delete: ")


bst.delete(name)


print(f"'{name}' deleted if it existed.")


elif choice == '3':


name = input("Enter the name to search for: ")


found = bst.search(name)


print(f"'{name}' is {'in' if found else 'not in'} the tree.")


elif choice == '4':


count = bst.count_leaves()


print(f"Number of leaf nodes: {count}")


elif choice == '5':


sorted_names = bst.inorder_traversal()


print("Names in sorted order:")


for name in sorted_names:


print(name)


elif choice == '6':


print("Exiting.")


break


else:


print("Invalid choice. Please try again.")


if __name__ == "__main__":


main()

This implementation ensures efficient management of first names within a BST, providing functionalities aligned with the menu options outlined above. The recursive methods facilitate easy traversal and modification of the tree, while the menu-driven interface interacts seamlessly with the data structure.

Conclusion

Implementing a binary search tree for managing first names allows for effective and efficient data operations, including insertion, deletion, search, and traversal. The program's modular design promotes maintainability and extensibility, enabling future enhancements such as balancing or additional query types. Through this approach, users can manage a dynamic list of first names with ease and reliability.

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