Grokking Modern AI Fundamentals
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6.3 Informed Search

Unlike uninformed methods, informed search uses helpful clues (heuristics) to guess which options look promising. Think of heuristics as tips from a friend guiding you to find your phone faster ("Check the couch—you're always losing it there!").

A Search Algorithm*

A* (pronounced "A-star") is a smart method combining two measures:

  • How far you've traveled already.

  • How close you might be to your goal.

This balance lets A* quickly identify the best routes.

  • Example: GPS maps. A* quickly finds efficient driving routes.

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