Machine Learning Model Training Explained
ML training: Initialize model with random weights, forward pass makes predictions, calculate loss measuring error, backpropagation updates weights, repeat.
January 2026
How Search Engines Index and Rank Content
Search engines crawl pages by following links, index content by extracting text and metadata, then rank results using algorithms and relevance signals.
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Attention Dynamics Online
Outrage drives engagement. Simplicity beats nuance. Novelty captures attention. Algorithms reward emotional content over thoughtful analysis.
June 2025
Platform Incentives Explained
Platform incentives shape content through algorithms rewarding engagement like clicks and watch time over quality. Outrage spreads because anger drives clicks.