The document introduces algorithms and data structures. It defines an algorithm as a collection of unambiguous instructions to solve a problem in a finite number of steps. Examples of algorithms provided include ones to calculate the sum of numbers, determine if a number is even or odd, sort elements, and calculate factorials. The document then discusses analyzing the efficiency of algorithms using time and space complexity. Common data structures like arrays, stacks, queues, linked lists, graphs, trees, tables and sets are described along with their basic operations. Asymptotic notations to describe an algorithm's time complexity such as Big O, Omega and Theta notation are also introduced.