New Video Series, LinkedIn Debunks Algorithm Myths
Introduction
LinkedIn is launching a new video series called Algorithm Mythbusters. It’s a collaboration between LinkedIn, the American Mathematical Society, and Princeton University’s mathematics department. During the series, mathematicians and data scientists will be addressing common myths about algorithms that most people probably believe to be true and there are quite a few of them!
Imagine a world where you’re driving down the road and your windshield is always clean.
You can see everything in front of you, but nothing around you.
Your windshield is too clean to have any smudges or streaks, so it doesn’t matter how much dirt and dust it picks up on its way through town.
The more miles you drive without cleaning your window, the more dirt accumulates on its surface until eventually all visibility is lost in an opaque haze of grime that blocks out everything except for what’s very close by, and even then only if there’s enough light to see through it!
LinkedIn Traffic
You always have enough gas, you never need to slow down for traffic and no one ever cuts you off.
The algorithm is like a windshield. You know that when you’re driving, you need to see what’s ahead of you so you can avoid traffic and other hazards. The same goes for using LinkedIn: The algorithm ensures that the content in your feed is on point and relevant to what you’re looking for (and who needs it). It’s always working, even if it doesn’t always seem like it and it only works better when we follow its lead!
The algorithm is always on. When people talk about “the” LinkedIn algorithm, they’re referring to an invisible set of rules that determines what content users see and how they see it. That said, there are many specific parts within this master system; each plays a role in helping us chip away at our goals faster than ever before.
The best way to think about these components? Think of them as tools in a toolbox: Some are used more often than others; some have unique functions that fit certain situations better than others do; some work better together than apart. But all are equally important as part of our day-to-day workflow for getting stuff done faster (and smarter) every day!
Now, when you look in your rearview mirror, it’s always clear because there are no vehicles behind you. You can relax and enjoy the view of what’s ahead of you without worrying about people cutting in front of you or slowing down for traffic. And while everyone else may be focused on what’s behind them, you can freely focus on the road ahead of you.
The idea Driving Algorithm High
Who wouldn’t want that, right?
But, who wouldn’t want that?
The idea that we could create a system where algorithms are the only thing driving our careers is actually like a dream fantasy, even. It’s like utopia and all the other positive words you can think of.
It’s perfect!
Windshield
The first myth is that the algorithm is a mystery. In the world of social media feeds, that “windshield” is the algorithm. (Hence its name) It’s a set of rules that determines what appears in your feed, and it’s applied to a set of data your likes, posts, and other activity on LinkedIn.
It can be complex but it’s just a mathematical formula. And like any good mathematical equation–or any good process at all! it depends on context and input variables: how often you engage with LinkedIn content; how long ago you were the last active; where we think we’re most likely to see something interesting from you or learn something valuable about your interests; who else has been engaging with similar content; what types of content are popular among people with similar demographics and experiences as yours and so forth!
The Algorithm Behind Online and Offline Do’s
It’s behind everything you do online today (and even offline).
Algorithms are a set of instructions that tells your computer how to solve a problem. They’re used in social media feeds, search engines, and even mathematics.
Algorithms are behind everything you do online today and offline too! For example: If you want to make sure everyone at your party has food at the same time, an algorithm could tell your oven how long each dish needs to cook so they’re ready when guests arrive.
LinkedIn Algorithm
But, what exactly is an algorithm? How does it work? And how can we use it to our advantage?
The first thing you should know about algorithms is that they’re not magic. They’re not some otherworldly force that randomly decides what content you see on your LinkedIn feed or how much of it gets prioritized. They’re simply a set of rules used to solve a problem.
An algorithm is a step-by-step process for solving a mathematical problem, like finding the fastest route between two points, or identifying patterns in data sets so you can make predictions about future events (like who will click on your ads). Algorithms are also used in many different fields from computer science, mathematics, and engineering to biology and medicine.
LinkedIn Insights
LinkedIn is sharing real insights into understanding algorithms and using them effectively.
The algorithm is the brain behind the social media feed. It’s a series of instructions that tell what to display in your feed. The algorithm changes constantly, so it’s important to understand how it works and how you can use it effectively.
When you’re getting started with LinkedIn, there are some things you need to know about algorithms to help make sure you have a great experience using LinkedIn.
Conclusion
We hope you’re as excited about this new LinkedIn series as we are. Learning more about algorithms can help us all understand how to get the most out of our online experiences. So, check it out and let us know what you think! We’ve covered a lot here in this post, so let’s walk through it quickly. First, you generate a feed by choosing which types of posts you want to see on your newsfeed. The order in which these posts are displayed is dictated by the order in which you interact with specific posts i.e, you’re more likely to see posts from users that have been active within the last few hours. That’s because LinkedIn thinks that active users are more interesting and relevant than inactive ones.
