Genetic Algorithm Optimization - No Toolbox

Hello there,

I'm doing some research that involves the use of a genetic algorithm - - I was wondering if anyone had any advice as to how to optimize a genetic algorithm. Is there a particular method for the mutation/fitness/mating functions that gets to the goal fast? Or types of parameters that does so as well..

Thank you.

Answer 1

[Walter Roberson]

There are books on that topic. The recommended functions depend upon the problem to be solved.

[John D'Errico]

Exactly. In order to answer this question, one must write a text on genetic algorithms, something that has been done multiple times. So if one is doing research on the ideas involved, the solution is to start reading. After all, that is where research starts.