Ultimate Genetic Algorithms with Python

Harness Genetic Algorithms to Build the Next Generation of Adaptive AI.

Key Features

● Step-by-step tutorials on Genetic Algorithms, using PyGAD and DEAP.
● Real-world Genetic Algorithm applications in ML, DL, NLP, CV, and RL.
● Advanced coverage of evolutionary and metaheuristic algorithms.
● Integration of Genetic Algorithms with generative and agent-based AI systems.

Book Description

Genetic Algorithms (GAs) are nature-inspired optimization tools that help AI systems adapt, improve, and solve complex problems efficiently. Ultimate Genetic Algorithms with Python explains elaborately the fundamentals of GAs to practical, Python-based implementation, using PyGAD and DEAP.

The book starts with a solid foundation, explaining how evolutionary principles can be applied to optimization tasks, search problems, and model improvement.

You will also explore GA applications across multiple AI domains: optimizing machine learning workflows, evolving neural network architectures in deep learning, enhancing feature selection in NLP, improving performance in computer vision, and guiding exploration strategies in reinforcement learning. Each application chapter includes step-by-step coding examples, performance comparisons, and tuning techniques.

The later sections focus on advanced metaheuristics, swarm intelligence, and integrating GAs with generative and agent-based AI systems. You will also learn how to design self-evolving, multi-agent frameworks, leverage swarm-based methods, and connect GAs to next-gen AI architectures such as Model Context Protocols (MCP).

What you will learn

● Master the fundamentals and components of Genetic Algorithms.
● Implement GAs in Python, using PyGAD, DEAP, and PyTorch.
● Apply GAs for optimization, feature selection, and neural architecture search.
● Enhance AI workflows in ML, DL, NLP, CV, and RL with GAs.
● Explore metaheuristic and swarm-based algorithms for complex problem-solving.
● Integrate GAs into generative, multi-agent, and self-evolving AI systems.

Who is this book for?

This book is tailored for data scientists, AI/ML engineers, researchers, and advanced students aiming to apply Genetic Algorithms to real-world AI challenges. It is also best suited for professionals in optimization, generative AI, and agent-based systems. Readers should have basic Python programming skills and foundational knowledge of machine learning concepts. Hence, whether you are a beginner seeking a solid foundation, or an experienced practitioner aiming to deepen your expertise in evolutionary computation, this handbook provides a practical and in-depth resource to enhance your skills, and deliver impactful AI solutions.

1. Introduction to Genetic Algorithms
2. Fundamentals of Genetic Algorithms
3. Overview of Genetic Algorithm Libraries
4. Genetic Algorithms and Their Applications
5. Foundation of Evolutionary Algorithms
6. Advanced Evolutionary Algorithms
7. Metaheuristic Optimization Algorithms
8. Application of Evolutionary Algo (GAs) and Generative Agentic AI
9. Applying Genetic Algorithm to Machine Learning
10. Applying Deep Learning to Genetic Algorithm
11. Applying Computer Vision Application to Genetic Algorithms
12. Applying NLP to Genetic Algorithms
13. Applying Reinforcement Learning to Genetic Algorithms
14. The Future of Genetic Algorithms
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Indrajit Kar is a distinguished AI thought leader, innovator, and author with over 21 years of experience driving transformative AI-led products and platforms across industries. He has led high-impact teams delivering end-to-end solutions in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Generative AI, and Data Science—guiding projects from design to deployment and scaling.

As Head of AI, Indrajit spearheads large-scale initiatives that deliver measurable business impact for global clients. His expertise spans Generative AI, LLM architectures, MLOps, NLP, and Computer Vision, with a proven track record of integrating LLMs and autonomous AI agents into real-world applications across e-commerce, healthcare, life sciences, telecommunications, and manufacturing.

Zonunfeli Ralte is a pioneering AI leader, entrepreneur, and researcher with over 16 years of experience in Analytics and AI. As the founder of Northeast India’s first AI company, she has positioned her organization at the forefront of applied AI, earning recognition as one of the most influential voices in both regional and global AI landscapes. She has been honored with the prestigious Women in AI award for her contributions.

Her interdisciplinary expertise blends strategic business insight with deep technical acumen, enabling her to lead initiatives that align enterprise goals with advanced AI capabilities. She has helped organizations harness data, machine learning, and deep learning to drive innovation, efficiency, and strategic decision-making.

About the Technical Reviewer

Avijit K is a seasoned technology leader with over 20 years of experience in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. He holds a PhD in computer science from a top-tier university and has led numerous high-impact industry projects across Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, and related technologies.

In his current role as CEO and Investor, Avijit drives the strategic direction of his organization, fostering innovation across technology operations, Artificial Intelligence, data analytics, infrastructure, and software development. Over the course of his career, he has guided close to 150 companies in successfully adopting and scaling AI, ML, and data science initiatives. He has also mentored over 30 developers, helping them grow into accomplished professionals.