and predicts your next binge
the secret is out!
because im going to reveal the algorithm
that saves netflix over a billion dollars annually [1]
and dictates your entertainment
and its getting tech-y
because the key term is
matrix factorization
sounds like a keanu reeves sequel nobody asked for
but it just means:
netflix turns you into numbers
and turns every movie into numbers
then multiplies the two together
and boom → prediction
if the numbers fit
you get a "because you watched"
if they don’t
you get "uh, maybe try korean k-drama"
the billion-dollar trick isnt knowing movies
its knowing you
in other words:
you walk into a giant toy store
thousands of toys everywhere
too many to choose from
a magical helper watches what you grab
cars, dolls, puzzles
and whispers
"hey, you will love this one"
thats netflix
but with shows instead of toys
your clicks become a secret card
every movie has its own secret card
the system matches them
and says "this is you"
without it, you would drown in choices
but with it, you just keep watching
which is the point
oh, one last thing before you go…
the moment the trick is explained
the magic disappears
and so does the love
i shouldnt have told her...
honeymoon periods are great
but not as great as a smile from cheek to cheek
that is only possible with some genuine summer vibes
so get your summer smile
naii "vomits into your face when you fake smile with tears" io
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[1] https://beyondit.blog/blogs/Inside-Netflixs-1-Billion-Algorithm