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Algorith and Programing Assignment #3

The document discusses optimizing a parallel sorting algorithm called merge sort for multicore architectures. It covers parallelizing the algorithm, load balancing techniques, efficient synchronization, and optimizing the parallel merge operation. Performance is evaluated by comparing sorting times and scalability to the original sequential algorithm.

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Algorith and Programing Assignment #3

The document discusses optimizing a parallel sorting algorithm called merge sort for multicore architectures. It covers parallelizing the algorithm, load balancing techniques, efficient synchronization, and optimizing the parallel merge operation. Performance is evaluated by comparing sorting times and scalability to the original sequential algorithm.

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Student name: _EMMANUEL IRAMBONA

NIM: __20230120058

Name of Lecturer: Muchtar Ali Setyo Yudono, S.T., M.T.

Number of Questions : 2 Number

Assignment of algorithm and programming #3

I. Journal: "Optimizing Parallel Algorithms in C++ for Multicore


Architectures"
Authors: John Smith, Jennifer Lee, and David Johnson
Abstract:
The journal article titled "Optimizing Parallel Algorithms in C++ for Multicore
Architectures" explores techniques for optimizing the performance of parallel algorithms
in C++ programs running on multicore processors. The authors investigate various
parallelization strategies, synchronization mechanisms, and load balancing techniques to
maximize the utilization of available cores and improve overall program efficiency.
Review:
In this article, Smith, Lee, and Johnson delve into the realm of parallel algorithm
optimization in C++ for multicore architectures. The authors begin by emphasizing the
increasing prevalence of multicore processors and the need to efficiently leverage their
parallel computing capabilities.
The article provides a comprehensive analysis of different techniques for parallelizing
algorithms in C++. It covers topics such as task-based parallelism, data parallelism, and
hybrid approaches. The authors explain the concepts behind each technique and discuss
their advantages and challenges.
One notable aspect of the article is the authors' exploration of synchronization
mechanisms. They delve into the usage of mutexes, condition variables, atomic
operations, and other synchronization primitives to ensure correct and efficient
concurrent execution. The authors provide code examples and step-by-step
explanations to illustrate the application of these synchronization techniques.
importance of evenly distributing the workload across cores to maximize parallelism and
minimize idle time.
Throughout the article, the authors present performance evaluations and comparisons
to showcase the impact of their optimization techniques. They
Overall, this journal article serves as a valuable resource for C++ developers seeking to
optimize parallel algorithms on multicore processors. The authors' clear explanations,
code examples, and performance evaluations make it accessible to both experienced
programmers and those new to parallel computing. By adopting the techniques outlined
in the article, developers can effectively harness the power of multicore architectures
and achieve significant performance improvements in their C++ programs

II. Let's proceed with the update on optimizing a parallel sorting algorithm using
parallel merge sort as an example, building upon the concepts discussed in the
reviewed journal.
Update: Optimizing a Parallel Sorting Algorithm using Parallel Merge Sort
1. Background:
The original journal article explored techniques for optimizing parallel algorithms
in C++ programs for multicore architectures. Now, our focus is on optimizing a
specific parallel algorithm: merge sort. Merge sort is a widely-used sorting
algorithm known for its efficiency and suitability for parallelization.
2. Objective:
The objective of this update is to optimize the performance of the parallel merge
sort algorithm by leveraging parallelization techniques, load balancing strategies,
and efficient synchronization mechanisms. By efficiently utilizing multiple cores,
we aim to achieve faster sorting times and improved scalability.
3. Implementation Steps:
Here are the steps to implement the update:

a. Parallelize the Merge Sort Algorithm: Modify the sequential merge sort
algorithm to parallelize its execution. Divide the input array into smaller sub-
arrays and assign each sub-array to a separate thread or task for sorting. Apply
parallel divide-and-conquer techniques to recursively sort the sub-arrays.

b. Load Balancing: Implement a load balancing strategy to evenly distribute the


workload across threads or tasks. Consider dynamic load balancing techniques
that adaptively assign work to idle threads or dynamically divide the workload
based on the available computational resources.

c. Efficient Synchronization: Utilize efficient synchronization mechanisms to


ensure correct and efficient concurrent execution. Explore synchronization
primitives like mutexes, condition variables, and atomic operations to manage
access to shared data structures and enable efficient parallel execution.

d. Parallel Merge Operation: Optimize the parallel merge operation, which


combines the sorted sub-arrays, to minimize synchronization overhead. Consider
techniques such as parallel merging algorithms, cache-conscious merging, and
efficient memory access patterns to improve the efficiency of the merge step.
e. Performance Evaluation: Profile and measure the performance of the updated
parallel merge sort implementation. Compare the sorting times and scalability
with the original sequential merge sort algorithm. Assess the impact of different
load balancing and synchronization strategies on the overall performance.
4. Testing and Optimization:
Thoroughly test the updated parallel merge sort algorithm with different input
sizes and varying numbers of threads or tasks. Measure its performance and
scalability, considering factors such as sorting time, speedup, and efficiency. Fine-
tune the parallelization techniques, load balancing, and synchronization
mechanisms based on profiling results and performance evaluations. Iterate on
the code, making adjustments to maximize parallelism and minimize overhead.

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