Learn Data Structures and Algorithms with Python
Learn what data structures and algorithms are, why they are useful, and how you can use them effectively in Python.
Learn Data Structures and Algorithms with Python is an intermediate-level online course from Codecademy in Data Structures & Algorithms. It is structured in 19 modules, over 26h. It costs $29.99, certificate included. Learners rate it 4.4/5 from 171 ratings on Codecademy.
Part of our Data Structures & Algorithms courses collection, where we compare it against 7 other courses.
Course highlights
| Provider | Codecademy |
| Duration | 26h |
| Level | Intermediate |
| Mode | Self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Certificate | Yes — shareable certificate |
| Rating | 4.4★ (171 reviews) |
| Price | $29.99 |
Level and time commitment
- Learn Python 3
What this course covers
19 modulesThe 19-part outline Codecademy publishes for this course, across 26h.
Module 1 · Introduction to Data Structures and Algorithms
Module 2 · Nodes
Module 3 · Linked Lists
Module 4 · Doubly Linked Lists
Module 5 · Queues
Module 6 · Stacks
Module 7 · Hash Maps
Module 8 · Recursion
Module 9 · Asymptotic Notation
Module 10 · Pattern Searching
Module 11 · Sorting Algorithms
Module 12 · Brute Force Algorithms
Module 13 · Trees
Module 14 · Tree Traversal: Breadth-First Search and Depth-First Search
Module 15 · Divide and Conquer
Module 16 · Heaps and Heapsort
Module 17 · Graphs and Graph Search
Module 18 · Greedy Algorithms
Module 19 · Pathfinding Algorithms
What learners rate it
Rated 4.4/5 by 171 learners on Codecademy (checked 7 Nov 2026).
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Compare with alternatives
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| Course | Provider | Rating | Price | Duration | Why pick this one | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Learn Data Structures and Algorithms with Python This | Codecademy | 4.4★ | $29.99 | 26h | For learners past the basics · 26h | |
| Data Structures and Algorithms |
 Coursera
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4.6★ | Check price | 5 months | For learners past the basics · 5 months | View ↗ |
| Java Data Structures & Algorithms + LEETCODE Exercises |
 Udemy
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4.6★ | ₹499 | 11 hours | Quickest to finish (11 hours) | View ↗ |
| Mastering Data Structures & Algorithms using C and C++ |
Udemy
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4.6★ | ₹489 | 76 hours | Highest rated (4.6★ from 60.6K reviews) | View ↗ |
Common questions
How much does Learn Data Structures and Algorithms with Python cost?
It is listed at $29.99 on Codecademy, last checked 7 November 2026. Course prices change and providers run discounts, so treat this as the list price and confirm on the provider page.
Does Learn Data Structures and Algorithms with Python come with a certificate?
Yes — Codecademy lists a certificate on completion. It is a course certificate, not a formal qualification or university credit.
How long does Learn Data Structures and Algorithms with Python take?
Codecademy lists it at 26h. It is self-paced, so that is the volume of material rather than a deadline — how long it actually takes depends on the hours you put in each week.
Is Learn Data Structures and Algorithms with Python suitable for beginners?
Codecademy lists it at Intermediate level, so it assumes some grounding in the subject already. If you are starting from zero, a beginner-level course in the same topic is the better entry point.
What does Learn Data Structures and Algorithms with Python cover?
It is organised into 19 modules, starting with Introduction to Data Structures and Algorithms and going on to Nodes, Linked Lists, Doubly Linked Lists, Queues, among others. The full outline is on this page.