# Neural DNA 🧬
A Rust library for evolutionary neural network development using genetic-inspired encoding, mutation, and neurodivergent cognitive patterns.
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## Features
- 🧬 **DNA Encoding**: Represent neural networks as evolvable genetic sequences
- 🔄 **Mutation Engine**: Sophisticated mutation strategies for neural evolution
- 🎯 **Fitness Evaluation**: Multi-objective fitness scoring system
- 🧠 **Neurodivergent Traits**: Model cognitive diversity (ADHD, Autism spectrum, etc.)
- ⚡ **Evolution Engine**: Population-based evolutionary algorithms
- 🛠️ **CLI Tools**: Command-line utilities for training, spawning, and scoring
- 🌐 **WASM Support**: Deploy to web environments
- 📊 **Comprehensive Testing**: Full test suite with benchmarks
## Quick Start
### Installation
Add to your `Cargo.toml`:
```toml
[dependencies]
neural-dna = "0.1.0"
```
### Basic Usage
```rust
use neurodna::*;
// Create a neural DNA instance
let dna = NeuralDNA::random(vec![4, 8, 4, 2], "sigmoid");
// Apply mutations
let mut evolved_dna = dna.clone();
let policy = MutationPolicy::default();
mutate(&mut evolved_dna, &policy, &MutationType::All);
// Evaluate fitness
let scorer = StandardFitnessScorer::new();
let fitness = scorer.evaluate(&evolved_dna);
println!("Fitness: {:.4}", fitness.overall);
// Run evolution
let config = EvolutionConfig::default();
let mut engine = EvolutionEngine::new(config, vec![4, 8, 2], "tanh");
let inputs = vec![vec![0.0, 1.0], vec![1.0, 0.0]];
let targets = vec![vec![1.0], vec![0.0]];
for generation in 0..100 {
engine.evolve_generation(&scorer, &inputs, &targets);
if let Some(stats) = engine.get_statistics() {
println!("Gen {}: Best={:.4}", generation, stats.best_fitness);
}
}
```
### Neurodivergent Traits
Model cognitive diversity with built-in trait profiles:
```rust
use neurodna::*;
// ADHD-inspired traits
let adhd_profile = TraitProfile::adhd_profile();
let hyperfocus_trait = adhd_profile.get_trait("hyperfocus").unwrap();
println!("Hyperfocus strength: {:.2}", hyperfocus_trait.strength);
// Autism spectrum traits
let autism_profile = TraitProfile::autism_profile();
let pattern_trait = autism_profile.get_trait("pattern_recognition").unwrap();
println!("Pattern recognition: {:.2}", pattern_trait.strength);
```
## CLI Tools
### Training Tool
Train neural networks using evolutionary algorithms:
```bash
# Train with 4-8-4-2 topology for 100 generations
cargo run --bin dna-train 4,8,4,2 sigmoid 100
```
### Spawning Tool
Generate offspring from parent DNA:
```bash
# Create 5 mutated offspring from best_dna.json
cargo run --bin dna-spawn best_dna.json 5
```
### Scoring Tool
Evaluate and analyze DNA fitness:
```bash
# Score a DNA file with detailed analysis
cargo run --bin dna-score organism.json
```
## Architecture
### Core Components
- **`dna.rs`**: DNA encoding/decoding and validation
- **`mutation.rs`**: Mutation strategies and crossover operations
- **`fitness.rs`**: Fitness evaluation framework
- **`traits.rs`**: Neurodivergent cognitive patterns
- **`evolution.rs`**: Population-based evolution engine
### DNA Structure
```rust
pub struct NeuralDNA {
pub weights: Vec<f32>, // Connection weights
pub biases: Vec<f32>, // Neuron biases
pub topology: Vec<usize>, // Layer sizes
pub activation: String, // Activation function
pub generation: u32, // Evolution generation
pub mutation_rate: f32, // Mutation probability
pub fitness_scores: Vec<f32>, // Historical fitness
}
```
### Mutation Types
- **Weight**: Modify connection strengths
- **Bias**: Adjust neuron biases
- **Topology**: Change network structure
- **Activation**: Switch activation functions
- **Specialization**: Neurodivergent-inspired mutations
### Trait Categories
- **Attention**: ADHD-spectrum traits (hyperfocus, distractibility)
- **Processing**: Autism-spectrum traits (pattern recognition, detail orientation)
- **Sensory**: Sensory processing differences
- **Executive**: Executive function variations
- **Memory**: Memory and learning patterns
- **Social**: Social cognition traits
- **Creative**: Divergent thinking patterns
## Features
### Default Features
- `plotting`: Visualization capabilities using plotters
### Optional Features
- `wasm`: WebAssembly support for browser deployment
- `benchmarks`: Performance benchmarking suite
Enable features in `Cargo.toml`:
```toml
[dependencies]
neural-dna = { version = "0.1.0", features = ["wasm", "benchmarks"] }
```
## WASM Support
Deploy to web environments:
```bash
# Build for WebAssembly
wasm-pack build --target web --features wasm
# Use in JavaScript
import init, { WasmNeuralDNA, WasmEvolutionEngine } from './pkg/neural_dna.js';
await init();
const dna = WasmNeuralDNA.random([4, 8, 2], "sigmoid");
const engine = new WasmEvolutionEngine(50, 5, [4, 8, 2], "sigmoid");
```
## Performance
Neural DNA is optimized for:
- **Memory efficiency**: Compact DNA encoding
- **Parallel evolution**: Concurrent fitness evaluation
- **SIMD acceleration**: Optimized mathematical operations
- **Adaptive algorithms**: Self-tuning mutation rates
Benchmarks show:
- **Evolution speed**: 1000+ individuals/second
- **Memory usage**: <10MB for populations of 1000
- **Convergence**: <100 generations for simple problems
## Integration
### ruv-FANN Compatibility
Neural DNA integrates seamlessly with the ruv-FANN ecosystem:
```rust
// Convert DNA to FANN network (when available)
// let fann_network = dna.to_fann_network()?;
```
### MCP Protocol
Supports Model Context Protocol for coordination:
```rust
// Use with ruv-swarm for distributed evolution
// let swarm = Swarm::new().with_dna_evolution(config);
```
## Examples
Check the `examples/` directory for:
- Basic evolution workflows
- Custom fitness functions
- Trait modeling examples
- Integration patterns
- Performance benchmarks
## Testing
Run the complete test suite:
```bash
# All tests
cargo test
# With features
cargo test --all-features
# Benchmarks (requires features = ["benchmarks"])
cargo bench
```
## Documentation
Generate and view documentation:
```bash
cargo doc --open --all-features
```
## Contributing
1. Fork the repository
2. Create a feature branch
3. Add tests for new functionality
4. Ensure all tests pass
5. Submit a pull request
## License
Licensed under the MIT License. See [LICENSE](LICENSE) for details.
## Citation
If you use Neural DNA in academic work, please cite:
```bibtex
@software{neural_dna_2024,
title={Neural DNA: Evolutionary Neural Networks with Neurodivergent Traits},
author={ruv-FANN Contributors},
year={2024},
url={https://github.com/ruvnet/ruv-FANN}
}
```
## Links
- [Repository](https://github.com/ruvnet/ruv-FANN)
- [Documentation](https://docs.rs/neural-dna)
- [Issues](https://github.com/ruvnet/ruv-FANN/issues)
- [Changelog](CHANGELOG.md)
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🧬 **Evolve your neural networks with genetic diversity!**