No Such Path Exception Algorithm
The No Such Path Exception Algorithm is a computational method designed to handle situations where a specific path, sequence, or route cannot be found within a given structure, such as a graph, tree, or network. This algorithm is particularly useful in applications where the primary goal is to discover connections or relationships between various elements or components. For example, it may be employed in routing or navigation systems to determine the optimal path between two points, or in social network analysis tools to identify the shortest path between two individuals. In these cases, the algorithm is tasked with exploring the structure and determining whether a path exists, and if so, what that path might entail. If the algorithm fails to identify a suitable path, it raises a "No Such Path" exception, alerting the user or system that the desired connection could not be established.
The No Such Path Exception Algorithm operates by performing a systematic search through the given structure, often using techniques like depth-first search (DFS), breadth-first search (BFS), or Dijkstra's algorithm. The search process typically starts at a designated source node and continues by exploring neighboring nodes and their connections, while maintaining a record of visited nodes to avoid revisiting them. In doing so, the algorithm aims to uncover a path that satisfies the specific criteria or requirements defined by the user or application (e.g., shortest path, lowest cost, etc.). However, if the algorithm exhausts all possible paths without finding a suitable one, it will terminate the search process and raise a "No Such Path" exception. This exception serves as an indicator that the desired path does not exist within the given structure, and that alternative methods or data sources may be necessary to achieve the desired outcome.
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package com.algorithmexamples.graphs
class NoSuchPathException(s: String?) : Exception(s) {
constructor() : this(null)
}
