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Graph traversal
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TL;DR. The process of systematically visiting each node in a graph, often used in algorithms for searching or mapping networks.
Technical Definition
The process of systematically visiting each node in a graph, often used in algorithms for searching or mapping networks.
How it works
Graph traversal involves visiting every node in a graph in a defined order, such as breadth-first or depth-first. This technique is fundamental for exploring and processing graph data structures.
Related Concepts
- Algorithm — A finite, well-defined sequence of steps used to learn from data or solve a computational problem.
- Graph (abstract data type) — An abstract data type representing a network of nodes connected by edges, used to model relationships between objects.