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Welcome to malloc.fail

The UCF Foundation Exam (FE) is a crucial step for Computer Science majors, ensuring that all students have a strong command of C programming, data structures, and basic algorithms. Passing the FE is required to officially declare a CS major and register for advanced courses such as COT 4210, COP 4331, COP 4934, and COP 4935.

Established in 1998, this exam sets a foundation for higher-level classes, allowing professors to focus on more specialized topics. By proving your readiness early on, you'll be in a better position to tackle the challenges of upper-level coursework.

At malloc.fail, we gather past exam questions alongside AI-generated practice problems so you can sharpen your skills. Our goal is to help you feel prepared and confident when you sit down for the FE.

FE Structure (January 2022 - beyond)

Below is the current structure of the FE. We've included sample questions, thorough explanations, and targeted practice sets for each section to help you review effectively:

  • Section A: Basic Data Structures
    • Dynamic Memory Management in C
    • Linked Lists
    • Abstract Data Structures
  • Section B: Advanced Data Structures
    • Binary Trees
    • Hash Tables
    • Binary Heaps, AVL Trees, Tries
  • Section C: Algorithm Analysis
    • Complexity Analysis
    • Timing & Summations
    • Recurrence Relations
  • Section D: Algorithms
    • Recursive Coding & Classic Problems
    • Sorting Algorithms
    • Base Conversion & Bitwise Operators
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