heuristic algorithms

Heuristic algorithms are problem-solving methods that use practical approaches to find satisfactory solutions quickly, rather than perfect ones. They simplify complex problems by using rules of thumb or educated guesses, making them especially useful for situations where traditional methods may be too slow or impossible. For example, when searching for a route on a map, a heuristic might direct you to choose a road that generally moves you closer to your destination, rather than calculating every possible route. While not guaranteed to find the best answer, heuristics often yield good enough solutions efficiently.