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Implement WebCA algorithm

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#90 opened on May 6, 2024

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Description

Use the look-up table algorithm defined in WebCA so we can use all the rules defined in that app. Since the author has passed away I want to keep all this work alive.

https://www.fourmilab.ch/cellab/manual/webca.html#howitworks

Come up with an appropriate UI that encompasses all of the rules there.

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Research direction
Study the WebCA lookup table algorithm at the provided link, then design and implement a UI that allows users to select rules and visualize the automaton.
Tech stack
cpp
Domain
desktop
Issue type
Feature
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
3
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
1-2 days
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Active
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
Mostly clear
Prerequisites
C++GitCellular Automata
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
50