Python Genetic Algorithm

[Wildemar Wildenburger]

Steven D'Aprano wrote:
>> I'm not sure I'm following you here. So a "chromosome" is bit of
>> functionality, right? So basically it is a function. So my advice would
>> be to write these functions and store it to the "indivuals"-list like
>> so:
> 
> No, a chromosome is a bit of *data*: a noun, not a verb. Read these bits 
> again:
> 
> "Individuals HAVE what's called a chromosome - a SPECIFICATION of what it 
> contains. For example, common chromosomes are BIT STRINGS, ..."
> 
Oh, OK. I *sort of* got this. Sort of. My reasoning was that these 
functions would return their associated "representation" upon being 
called. Which makes not much sense, especially after your explanation.



> Some background which may help you understand what the OP is asking for.
> 
> [snip little GA-intro] 
> 
Thanks Steven, that sure was useful. I think I now have a new toy 
hammer. I'm sure I'll see myself looking for toy nails everywhere over 
the next few weeks.

:)
/W