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How to Implement an Iterative Merge Sort in Javascript

Sorting is a fundamental operation in programming, and one of the most efficient sorting algorithms is the Merge Sort. While most examples available online showcase the recursive technique, many developers seek to implement the iterative version in languages like Javascript. If you’ve tried implementing it, only to discover that your output isn’t sorted, you’re in the right place. We’ll break down the process of creating an iterative merge sort and resolve common errors.

Understanding Merge Sort

To start, let’s recap what merge sort is. This algorithm follows a divide-and-conquer method, dividing the array into two halves, sorting them, and then merging them back together. The main benefits of merge sort are:

Efficiency: It has an average and worst-case time complexity of O(n log n).

Stability: It keeps the relative order of records with equal keys.

The Iterative Approach

While the recursive method is widely used, an iterative approach can be advantageous in certain situations. Here’s how you can implement an iterative merge sort in Javascript:

Step-by-Step Implementation

Function Setup

Start by creating the main function, mergeSortIterative(arr), which will sort an array. First, you’ll want to create a copy of your array to ensure the original data remains unchanged.

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Iterate Through Subarrays

Use a nested for loop to manage the size (currSize) of the subarrays being merged.

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Merging Function

Next, you need a merging function. This function takes the two sorted halves and merges them into a single sorted array.

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Common Pitfalls and Corrections

If your outputs aren’t as expected, it could be due to how the mid and rightEnd indices are defined, as they point to the last elements of the respective subarrays. Here’s how to fix it:

Correcting the mid and rightEnd:

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By ensuring that your indices are correct, you allow the slice method to properly get the correct portions of the array to merge.

Conclusion

Implementing an iterative merge sort in Javascript can seem daunting at first, but with the right approach and understanding, it can be done effectively. By fixing common mistakes regarding index manipulation, you can achieve a fully functioning merge sort.

Try the provided code snippets in your Javascript environment and enjoy the clarity and performance of your newly implemented sorting function!