ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Shortest-path graph

A shortest-path graph helps find the quickest way to get from one place to another. Imagine you have a big grid with a bunch of dots on it. Each dot is connected to other dots by lines. These lines are like roads or paths. If you want to get from one dot to another, you can follow the lines to get there. But there might be many different ways to get from one dot to another.

A shortest-path graph helps you find the shortest way to get from one dot to another. It's like a special tool that tells you which path to follow to get to your destination as quickly as possible. For example, if you're at one dot and you want to get to another dot, the shortest-path graph will point you in the direction of the shortest line to take.

This is really useful for things like maps and navigation apps. If you're trying to get somewhere in a big city and you don't know where you're going, a shortest-path graph can help you figure out the quickest way to get there without getting lost. It's like having a secret map that only shows you the fastest routes to your destination.