Ackley Function

The Ackley function is a mathematical tool used to evaluate how optimal certain solutions are within complex problem spaces. It has many peaks and valleys, representing different levels of performance, with a global minimum at the center, where the optimal solution lies. This function is commonly used in optimization algorithms to test their ability to find the best possible solution amidst many suboptimal options. Its landscape is challenging because it has numerous local minima, making it a useful benchmark for algorithms designed to avoid getting stuck in less ideal solutions.