When To Write a Simulator
Sep 2021Using Randomness Instead of Coordination?Another Real Example: Load SheddingMy rule for when to write a simulator:
Simulate anything that involves more than one probability, probabilities
over time, or queues.
Anything involving probability and/or queues you will need to approach with
humility and care, as they are often deceivingly difficult: How many people with
their random, erratic behaviour can you let into the checkout at once to make
sure it doesn’t topple over? How many connectio...
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