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Graph traversal techniques, specifically Breadth-First Search (BFS) and Depth-First Search (DFS), are essential in AI for exploring search spaces and solving problems. BFS is ideal for finding the shortest path using a queue, while DFS is suited for deep exploration using a stack or recursion. The choice between BFS and DFS depends on the specific context of the AI problem being addressed.

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BFS_DFS_AI_Presentation

Graph traversal techniques, specifically Breadth-First Search (BFS) and Depth-First Search (DFS), are essential in AI for exploring search spaces and solving problems. BFS is ideal for finding the shortest path using a queue, while DFS is suited for deep exploration using a stack or recursion. The choice between BFS and DFS depends on the specific context of the AI problem being addressed.

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Graph Traversal in AI: BFS vs DFS

• Graph traversal is essential in AI for exploring


search spaces.
• Two common traversal techniques: Breadth-
First Search (BFS) and Depth-First Search
(DFS).
• Used in AI applications such as pathfinding,
problem-solving, and decision-making.
Breadth-First Search (BFS) in AI
• BFS explores all neighbors of a node before
moving deeper.
• Implemented using a queue (FIFO structure).
• Suitable for finding the shortest path in AI
search problems.
• Example applications: Chatbot response
generation, robot path planning.
BFS Algorithm Steps
• 1. Start from the initial state (root node) and
enqueue it.
• 2. Mark the node as visited.
• 3. Dequeue a node and process it.
• 4. Enqueue all its unvisited successors.(child
nodes)
• 5. Repeat until the queue is empty.
Simple AI Example Using BFS
• Example: A robot navigating a grid to reach a
goal.
• BFS finds the shortest path from start to goal.
Depth-First Search (DFS) in AI
• DFS explores as far as possible along each
branch before backtracking.
• Implemented using a stack (or recursion).
• Suitable for solving constraint satisfaction
problems and game trees.
• Example applications: AI game playing, solving
mazes.
DFS Algorithm Steps
• 1. Start from the initial state.
• 2. Mark the node as visited.
• 3. Visit an adjacent unvisited node and repeat
the process.
• 4. Backtrack when no unvisited successors
remain.
Simple AI Example Using DFS
• Example: Solving a maze using DFS.
• DFS explores one path fully before
backtracking.
Comparison of BFS and DFS in AI
• BFS vs DFS:
• - BFS: Uses Queue, Level-wise traversal, Best
for shortest paths.
• - DFS: Uses Stack/Recursion, Depth-wise
traversal, Best for deep exploration.
Real-world AI Applications
• BFS: Shortest path in AI search, Chatbots,
Navigation systems.
• DFS: Solving AI puzzles, Game decision trees,
Backtracking problems.
Summary
• BFS and DFS are crucial for AI search and
problem-solving.
• BFS is best for shortest paths, while DFS is
useful for deep exploration.
• Choosing the right algorithm depends on the
AI problem context.
• Thank you!

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