He typed a new function, naming it wander_factor . The code inserted random, small variations into the path cost, encouraging the algorithm to occasionally take a longer, more scenic route.
“Because life is a maze,” Natsu replied, leaning against the desk. “And the fastest way isn’t always the most interesting. We’ll learn to balance efficiency with exploration. Plus, it’s a good excuse to play with some cool code.” Layarxxi.pw.Natsu.Igarashi.teaches.his.stepsist...
He pulled up a terminal window, his fingers dancing across the keys. Lines of Python unfurled, each variable named after a color in the rainbow— red_node , orange_edge , yellow_weight , and so on. He typed a new function, naming it wander_factor