Module 5: Brute-Force, Genetic Algorithms, and Backtracking

Contents:

• Brute-force Algorithms
  • Characteristics
  • Application Domain
  • Implementation
• Backtracking
  • Definition
  • Core Concepts
  • Implementation
  • Application Domain
  • Related Algorithms and Paradigms
  • Comparison
• Genetic Algorithm
  • Definition
  • Characteristics
  • Historical Context
  • Metaheuristic Algorithm
  • Basics of Genetics and Evolution
  • Core Components
  • Pseudocode of a Basic Genetic Algorithm
  • Parameters
  • Representative Algorithms/Strategies
  • Applications of Genetic Algorithms
  • Advantages and Limitations
  • References