Prim's algorithm

English

Etymology

Named after computer scientist Robert C. Prim, who rediscovered and published it in 1957.

Proper noun

Prim's algorithm

  1. (computing theory) A greedy algorithm that finds a minimum spanning tree for a weighted undirected graph.
    Synonyms: DJP algorithm, Jarník's algorithm, Prim-Dijkstra algorithm, Prim-Jarník algorithm
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