@cirnog @deprecated_ii I don't remember without looking, but someone on here was arguing that evolutionary algorithms used by programmers proved evolution in nature.

My initial reaction was to point out, computer algorithms have to be crafted to avoid local minimums and mitigate the effects of input bias, in order to enumerate and evaluate enough possibilities to find viable solutions. (computer algorithms may also be able to bypass failing intermediaries).

His response was to insist that, these models (I assume he meant algorithms) as they grow become more resistant to these issues. And, that natures model is much larger than the computer models, so of course it will be able to avoid these issues and arrive at life, from atoms and natural forces.

I don't think this negates the issues I asserted. And, I think it is error to say nature has an very large and robust algorithm for guiding evolution (that sounds rather more like an argument for Intelligent Design using Evolution). But, I wasn't sure how to soundly overturn his argument. And, I'd appreciate your feedback, on my part or his part, or what ever you'd like to comment on xD