Understanding Graph Algorithms
Graph algorithms are a fascinating area of computer science, used to solve problems related to paths, connectivity, and network flow. Some of the well-known examples include Dijkstra's algorithm for shortest paths, and Prim's and Kruskal's algorithms for minimum spanning trees.
Imagine nodes as froges 🐸 hopping across lily pads, connected by paths. Understanding how they reach their destination or find the shortest route is what graph algorithms are all about!
Popular Graph Algorithms
- Dijkstra's Algorithm - Finds the shortest path between nodes.
- Bellman-Ford Algorithm - Computes shortest paths allowing for negative weights.
- Floyd-Warshall Algorithm - Finds shortest paths between all pairs of nodes.
- Prim's Algorithm - Finds a minimum spanning tree for a connected graph.