Python 3: Project-based Python, Algorithms, Data Structures - Insertion sort demonstration and assignment handoff

In this video, the instructor completes the merge function of the MERGESORT algorithm. The video begins by addressing the issue of remaining items in the lists that were not merged in the previous video. The instructor demonstrates how to use a while loop to append these remaining items to the merged list. The video also covers testing the function with various edge cases, such as empty lists. Finally, the instructor concludes the merge function and introduces the next steps, which involve working on the divide and conquer aspect of the algorithm and learning about recursion.

What is the purpose of the merge function in the MERGESORT algorithm?

How do you handle remaining items in the lists after merging?

Explain the logic used to append remaining items from the second list.

What modifications are needed to ensure that items from the first list are also appended correctly?

What happens if one of the lists is empty during the merge process?

Describe the process of testing the merge function with different list conditions.

What is the next topic to be covered after completing the merge function?