RecordPairs

RecordPairs is a data structure used in computer science to store and manage pairs of related records. It is often implemented as a two-dimensional array or a list of lists, where each inner list or row represents a pair. The primary purpose of RecordPairs is to facilitate efficient access to and manipulation of corresponding data elements. For example, in a database context, a RecordPair might hold a customer ID and their associated order ID. When searching for a customer, the RecordPair structure allows for quick retrieval of all their corresponding orders.

The structure can be used in various applications, including data synchronization, lookup tables, and association management. The efficiency of RecordPairs depends on the underlying implementation and the specific operations being performed. Common operations include adding new pairs, retrieving a record based on its paired counterpart, and iterating through all the pairs. Depending on the context, RecordPairs may also support operations like deleting pairs or updating existing records within a pair. The simplicity of its design makes it a fundamental building block in many data-intensive algorithms and systems.