Lost in Algorithms

TL;DR

This paper explores the unknown frontiers of algorithms, emphasizing the importance of understanding their future directions in classical computing amidst rapidly advancing capabilities and hardware constraints.

Contribution

It provides a conceptual overview of potential future algorithmic developments considering current hardware limitations and the evolving landscape of classical and non-classical computing.

Findings

Identifies key areas where algorithms may evolve in the future.

Highlights the interplay between hardware capabilities and algorithm development.

Discusses the role of classical and quantum computing in future algorithms.

Abstract

Algorithms are becoming more capable, and with that comes hic sunt dracones (here be dragons). The term symbolizes areas beyond our known maps. We use this term since we are stepping into an exciting, potentially dangerous, and unknown area with algorithms. Our curiosity to understand the natural world drives our search for new methods. For this reason, it is crucial to explore this subject. The project's objective is to overlay the information obtained, in conjunction with the state of hardware today, to see if we can determine the likely directions for future algorithms'. Even though we slightly cover non-classical computing in this paper, our primary focus is on classical computing (i.e., digital computers). It is worth noting that non-classical quantum computing requires classical computers to operate; they are not mutually exclusive.