Understanding Kolmogorov Complexity and Algorithmic Randomness in Python

Understanding Kolmogorov Complexity and Algorithmic Randomness in Python

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Kolmogorov complexity and algorithmic randomness are concepts from theoretical computer science and information theory. These notions help us understand the inherent randomness or complexity of a sequence or a string of symbols. In this post, we will discuss these concepts from first principles and illustrate them using Python.

Initially, let's cover Kolmogorov complexity, a measure of the minimum amount of information required to describe a given sequence or string. We will start by explaining the concept intuitively, followed by a more formal definition and its relationship with computational complexity.

Next, we will discuss Algorithmic Randomness and its relation to Kolmogorov complexity. The idea of Algorithmic Randomness comes from the notion that there are genuinely random strings that, when compressed, cannot be compressed further.

Implementing Kolmogorov complexity using Python provides a clear understanding of these concepts. To instill a deeper knowledge in this area, suggested readings are provided at the end of the post.

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