How do you implement backtracking for maze solving?

Updated Apr 28, 2026

Short answer

Explore paths recursively and backtrack on dead ends.

Deep explanation

Move in all directions, mark visited, and revert when hitting walls.

Real-world example

Robot navigation.

Common mistakes

  • Infinite loops due to revisits.

Follow-up questions

  • Why visited?
  • Goal?

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