Sorting Algorithms Visualizer 🚀

Sorting Algorithms Visualizer is an interactive desktop application that brings sorting algorithms to life through real-time visualizations. Built with C# and MonoGame/XNA, this application leverages asynchronous programming for smooth, non-blocking animations and features a fully responsive, custom UI that automatically resizes according to the current resolution.

Inspired by an engaging YouTube video on algorithm visualizations: Sorting Algorithms Visualization
this project was created to provide an intuitive and educational experience for both students and enthusiasts.

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Features ✨

• Responsive User Interface

  • The UI scales dynamically to any resolution. Changing the resolution updates the layout, and all UI components (buttons, panels, grids) automatically resize and reposition.
  • Enjoy a modern, sleek interface with custom-designed UI components that adjust in real time.

• Interactive Sorting Visualizations

  • Visualize popular sorting algorithms such as Bubble Sort, Insertion Sort, Selection Sort, Merge Sort, Quick Sort, Heap Sort, Combo Sort, Cocktail Sort, Odd-Even Sort, and Randomize Shuffle.
  • Each algorithm includes detailed animations that highlight comparisons, swaps, and key steps, all implemented using asynchronous programming techniques.

• Asynchronous Programming

  • Built using C# async/await, ensuring fluid animations and a responsive user experience even during complex sorting operations.
  • The asynchronous design allows user interactions to be handled smoothly without blocking the UI.

• Customizable Settings

  • Modify settings such as screen resolution, number of lines, margins, and algorithm speed.
  • Settings are persistently saved to a JSON file in the AppData folder (%APPDATA%/Sorting_Algorithms_App/settings.json) and loaded upon startup. If the settings file or folder does not exist, they are automatically created with default values.
  • Enjoy automatic full-screen mode when using native resolution, and easily toggle between windowed and full-screen displays.

• Stylish UI

  • Includes custom logo and option panels for selecting resolution and sorting algorithms.
  • Intuitive buttons and text boxes allow quick adjustments and interact with the visualizations.
  • The UI is designed to update dynamically as you change settings, ensuring a smooth transition between different modes.

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Technologies Used 🛠️

• C# – The primary language used for development.
• MonoGame/XNA Framework – For graphics rendering and game loop management.
• Asynchronous Programming (async/await) – Ensuring non-blocking, smooth animations and user interactions.
• JSON – Used for saving and loading application settings.
• Custom UI Components – Created specifically for this project to provide a responsive and modern look.

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Getting Started

Prerequisites

• .NET Core SDK or .NET Framework
• MonoGame Framework (if not using a preconfigured environment)

Installation

1. Clone the Repository:

  git clone https://github.com/TexablePlum/Sort_Algorithms.git
  cd Sort_Algorithms

2. Build the Project: Open the solution file in Visual Studio (or your preferred IDE) and build the project, or use the command line:

dotnet build

3. Run the Application:

dotnet run

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Screenshots 📸

Start Screen with responsive UI and dynamic resolution changing.

Live visualization of a sorting algorithm in action.

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Inspiration & Acknowledgments ❤️

This project was inspired by a YouTube video on sorting algorithms visualization:

Sorting Algorithms Visualization

The desire to understand and interact with sorting algorithms, combined with the visual power of asynchronous programming in C#, led to the creation of this application.

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License 📄

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.

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Enjoy exploring sorting algorithms! 🎉