Algorithms to Live By
The Computer Science of Human Decisions
by:
Brian Christian, Griffiths
in:
Mathematics
Summary:
The book explores how concepts from computer algorithms can be applied to solve everyday problems and make decisions in human life. It delves into a variety of topics such as optimal stopping, explore/exploit tradeoffs, sorting, caching, scheduling, and game theory, demonstrating their relevance to real-world situations and personal productivity.
Key points:
1. Optimal Stopping: This is about deciding when to stop exploring options and make a choice. The book recommends the 37% rule, where you spend 37% of your time reviewing options, then pick the next best one.
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