DAVE: A Dynamic Algorithm Visualization Environment for Novice Learners

Acquiring knowledge about algorithms and programming skills is a difficult and complex process in particular. Various algorithm visualization systems have been developed, using animation techniques to illustrate the behavior of basic algorithms, to facilitate studentspsila learning and skills development. This paper presents DAVE, an interactive dynamic algorithm visualization system for the introductory lessons in algorithm design and programming. DAVE allows studentspsila experimentation not only with sample algorithms, constructed by the designer, but, mainly, with the automatic animation of their own algorithms.