SHARK is a modular package of C++ libraries for the design and optimization of adaptive systems. It provides methods for nonlinear optimization, in particular evolutionary algorithms, and modeling using neural networks.

Any one of numerous species of elasmobranch fishes of the order Plagiostomi, found in all seas.

A shark is a good player and typically wins. A shark generally "eats" fish, the weaker amatuer players.

An extremely good poker is known as a "Shark," as opposed to an inexperienced poker player known simply as a "Fish."

Trickery; fraud; petty rapine; as, to live upon the shark.

To play the petty thief; to practice fraud or trickery; to swindle.

play the shark; act with trickery

a customer who adheres to the hardcore maximum action, minimum tip mentality

an efficient hunter and eater of flesh, as are most predatory animals

Among the many varieties of shark available are makos, blue, and black tip. I prefer mako shark for its firm texture and swordfish-like flavor. Shark is lean meat with firm circular flesh. It is available year round.