GazaSort is a lossy and non-deterministic sorting algorithm that sorts an array of numbers by randomly removing elements until the remaining array is sorted. Although it does return a sorted array, the algorithm focuses on randomly eliminating values rather than organizing them. Data loss is not seen as a flaw but as a feature. It mutates the original array with complete disregard for data integrity.
We’re accepting help from anyone! This repo is collaborative, so if you want to implement GazaSort in a new language or just improve some code you think can be better, follow these steps:
- Fork the repository.
- Add your code to the language folder in the main branch. If there isn’t a language folder, create one and add your code there.
- We currently allow only one solution per language. If one already exists, you can improve the existing code.
- Follow the best practices in your chosen language.
- Submit a pull request for review.
/**
* GazaSort: The only method for sorting an array while embracing necessary data sacrifices.
* @param {number[]} arr - The array of numbers to be sorted.
* @returns {number[]} The sorted array after unavoidable sacrifices.
*/
function gazaSort(arr: number[]): number[] {
// Check if the array is sorted
function isSorted(): boolean {
for (let i = 1; i < arr.length; i++) {
if (arr[i - 1] > arr[i]) return false;
}
return true;
}
// Remove elements until the array is sorted
while (!isSorted()) {
const randomTarget = Math.floor(Math.random() * arr.length);
arr.splice(randomTarget, 1);
}
// Return sorted array
return arr;
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