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FSM Explorer: Learn Regex Engines and Finite Automata

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2 Jan 2024MIT10 min read 12.8K   133   12  
This article presents a program to help visualize regular expression mechanics.
In this article, and with the associated application, we'll explore how regular expression engines work. The application provides visualization of a state machine built from an inputted regular expression as well as the process of walking that state machine based on provided input.

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Just a shiny lil monster. Casts spells in C++. Mostly harmless.

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