An algorithm that converts a name into code or key consisting of the first letter followed by several numbers that are assigned based upon a predetermined grouping of consonants. It is one way to search a large database.

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SoundEx is an algorithm designed to encode names into a form that allows for easy searching by sound, as pronounced in English. It primarily focuses on the consonants in a name, converting them into numerical values, while the first letter of the name remains unchanged. This method is particularly useful for searching large databases where names may have various spellings but sound similar.

An Algorithm That Converts a Name into Code or Key