FitnessFunction.java

/*
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package org.epochx;

/**
 * Implementations of <code>FitnessFunction</code> are classes that are
 * responsible for assigning fitnesses to individuals in a population. Typically
 * this will be performed by evaluating the quality of each individual against
 * problem specific requirements.
 * 
 * @see Fitness
 */
public interface FitnessFunction {

	/**
	 * Evaluates the individuals in the specified population.
	 * 
	 * @param population the population to be evaluated.
	 */
	public void evaluate(Population population);

}