Thank you for your reply. It was very helpful. I will include your suggestions into my learning path.

I had difficulty implementing data structures in C, not in python. Python I was able to think in terms of classes and attributes. But I was finding it difficult to do the same in C since there is no concept of classes. I am still trying to learn pointers properly to have an understanding how to implement data structures and algorithms effectively.

I came across the book you have recommended and it is a very nice book. I would recommend that along with Designing Data Intensive Applications.

Thank you.