How does Dijkstra's algorithm work in visualizing paths?

Can you explain how Dijkstra's algorithm visualizes the shortest path?

Sure! Dijkstra's algorithm finds the shortest path from a starting node to all other nodes in a graph, visualizing the process by highlighting the nodes and edges as it explores them.

What kind of graphs can Dijkstra's algorithm be applied to?

Dijkstra's algorithm can be applied to weighted graphs where all edge weights are non-negative. It works well for both directed and undirected graphs.

Can you show me a visual example of Dijkstra's algorithm in action?

Absolutely! Imagine a graph with nodes representing cities and edges representing roads with distances. As the algorithm runs, it colors the shortest path in one color while exploring other paths in different colors.

What are the limitations of Dijkstra's algorithm?

The main limitation is that it cannot handle graphs with negative edge weights. For such cases, the Bellman-Ford algorithm is more suitable.