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Metaheuristic
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TL;DR. A high-level strategy that guides a search algorithm to find good solutions for complex optimization problems, especially with limited resources.
Technical Definition
A high-level strategy that guides a search algorithm to find good solutions for complex optimization problems, especially with limited resources.
How it works
A metaheuristic is a general framework or strategy for designing heuristic optimization algorithms. It operates at a higher level, guiding a search process to explore a vast solution space effectively. Metaheuristics are particularly useful for tackling complex problems where finding the absolute best solution is computationally infeasible.
Related Concepts
- Algorithm — A finite, well-defined sequence of steps used to learn from data or solve a computational problem.
- Optimization — The mathematical process of finding parameter values that minimize a loss function.