Cartpole Genetic Programming

This project implements a simple genetic programming algorithm to solve the classic CartPole balancing problem. The goal is to evolve programs that can control a cart and keep a pole balanced vertically for as long as possible.

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Visualization of a successful cartpole balance using an evolved controller.

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Files

• CartpoleEvolution.cpp
  Main source file containing the genetic programming logic and simulation loop.

• cartCentering.h
  Header file containing constants or helper functions used in the simulation.

• cartpole_animation.gif
  A visual demonstration of the balancing behavior.

Getting Started

Prerequisites

• A C++ compiler (e.g., g++)

Compile

g++ -O2 CartpoleEvolution.cpp -o cartpole_sim

Run

./cartpole_sim