Ask HN: How can I learn more about algorithms?
I'm a 20 year old that's been programming for 9 years now, primarily in PHP and Python.
Have I already been exposed to algorithms? Should I have? How can I learn more about them?
Buy and read: http://www.amazon.com/Introduction-Algorithms-Third-Thomas-C...
Once you've gotten through that, consider borrowing TaoCP from your local library.
You can learn about http://en.csharp-online.net/CSharp_Design_Patterns_Made_Simp...