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Wednesday Sept 20th Labs
Wednesday Sept 20th Labs
1.youtube
pros cons
Recommended videos: Personalized Algorithm bias: Recommendations
recommendations help users discover can be biased towards certain types
new content they are likely to enjoy of content, such as popular videos or
Trending videos: Shows users what videos that align with the user's past
other people are watching at the viewing history.
moment
Subscriptions: Allows users to follow Clickbait: Trending videos can be
their favorite creators and receive sensationalized or misleading in order
notifications when they upload new to attract clicks.
videos.
Autoplay: Starts playing the next Overwhelming choices: With so many
video in the queue automatically, channels to choose from, it can be
which can be convenient for users difficult for users to find new content
who want to watch multiple videos in they are interested in.
a row.
Theater mode: Expands the video to Distracting: Autoplay can be
fill the entire screen, which can be distracting for users who are trying to
immersive for users who are watching focus on a specific video.
on a large display.
Subtitles and closed captions: Allows Limited functionality: Theater mode
users to watch videos with text disables some features of the video
captions, which can be helpful for player, such as the comments section
users who are deaf or hard of hearing, and the related videos sidebar.
or for users who are watching videos Inaccurate captions: Captions are
in a foreign language. generated automatically and may
Channel pages: Allow users to contain errors.
browse a creator's videos, playlists, Complicated navigation: Channel
and community posts. pages can be complex and difficult to
Comments section: Allows users to navigate, especially for new users.
interact with each other and with the Toxicity: The comments section can
creator of the video. be a breeding ground for toxicity and
End screens and cards: Allow harassment.
creators to promote other videos, Interruptive: End screens and cards
channels, and products at the end of can be interruptive and can prevent
their videos. users from watching the next video in
the queue.
2.Facebook
pros cons
Personalized content: The News Feed Filter bubble: The News Feed can
is tailored to each user's interests, so create a filter bubble, where users are
users are more likely to see content only exposed to content that confirms
that they are interested in. their existing beliefs.
Algorithmic bias: The News Feed Over-sharing: Users may over-share
algorithm can be biased towards personal information on their profiles,
certain types of content, such as which can make them vulnerable to
popular content or content that identity theft or other forms of harm.
aligns with the user's past viewing
history.
Misinformation: The News Feed
can be a breeding ground for
misinformation and disinformation.
Self-expression: Allows users to
express themselves and share
information about themselves with
their friends and family.
Stalking: Profiles can be used by
stalkers to track and harass their
victims.
3.Netflix
pros cons
Recommended videos: Personalized Algorithm bias: Recommendations
recommendations help users discover can be biased towards certain types
new content they are likely to enjoy. of content, such as popular content or
Trending videos: Shows users what content that aligns with the user's past
other people are watching at the viewing history.
moment. Clickbait: Trending videos can be
Subscriptions: Allows users to follow sensationalized or misleading in
their favorite creators and receive order to attract clicks.
notifications when they upload new FOMO: Users may feel pressure to
content. finish watching videos, even if they
Overwhelming choices: With so many are not enjoying them.
titles to choose from, it can be difficult
Backlog: Users may accumulate a
for users to find new content they are
large backlog of videos to watch.
interested in.
Continue watching: Shows users a list
of videos that they have started Inaccurate captions: Captions are
watching but have not finished. generated automatically and may
Convenience: Users can easily pick contain errors.
up where they left off in a video Privacy concerns: Users may be
My List: Allows users to save videos concerned about the privacy of their
to watch later. profile information.
Convenience: Users can easily find
videos that they want to watch later.
4.coursera
pros cons
Course Algorithm bias: Recommendations
recommendations: Personalized can be biased towards certain types
recommendations help users discover of courses, such as popular courses
new courses they are likely to enjoy. or courses that align with the user's
Browse by category: Allows users to past enrollment history.
browse courses by category, such as Overwhelming choices: With so many
subject area, skill level, or university. courses to choose from, it can be
Search bar: Allows users to search for difficult for users to find courses they
courses by keyword or title. are interested in.
Course descriptions: Provide users Inaccurate results: The search bar
with detailed information about may not always return accurate
courses, such as the course syllabus, results, especially if the user's search
instructor bio, and student reviews. query is vague.
Course previews: Allow users to Lengthy descriptions: Course
watch short previews of courses descriptions can be lengthy and
before enrolling. difficult to read.
Enrollment buttons: Make it easy for Misleading previews: Course
users to enroll in courses. previews may not be representative of
Video lectures: Most Coursera the actual course content.
courses use video lectures to deliver Impulse enrollment: Users may enroll
content. in courses without fully understanding
the course content or commitment
required.
5.alibaba
pros cons
Product search: Allows users to Overwhelming choices: With so many
search for products by keyword or products to choose from, it can be
category. difficult for users to find the products
Supplier listings: Allow users to they are interested in.
browse suppliers by category or Difficult to find reliable suppliers: It
location. can be difficult to find reliable
Chat with suppliers: Allows users to suppliers on Alibaba, as there are
chat with suppliers in real time to ask many scammers on the platform.
questions and negotiate prices. Language barrier: It can be difficult to
Product descriptions: Provide users communicate with suppliers who do
with detailed information about not speak English.
products, such as specifications, Inaccurate descriptions: Product
photos, and reviews. descriptions may be inaccurate or
Price comparisons: Allow users to misleading.
compare prices from different Hidden costs: The prices listed on
suppliers. Alibaba may not include all costs,
Order buttons: Make it easy for users such as shipping and customs fees.
to place orders. Impulse purchases: Users may make
impulse purchases without fully
understanding the product or the
supplier.
A recipe database where users can search for recipes by ingredient, cuisine, and
other criteria. The recipe database could also include information about recipes,
such as cooking time, difficulty level, and ratings.
A cooking forum where users can discuss recipes, ask questions, and share
tips. The forum could be divided into different sections, such as a beginner
section, a technical section, and a creative section.
A blog with articles on cooking topics. The blog could cover a wide range of
topics, such as cooking basics, new cooking trends, and kitchen gadget reviews.
A directory of cooking schools and restaurants. This directory could be helpful for
users who are looking for cooking classes to take or restaurants to try.
A marketplace where users can buy and sell cooking equipment and
ingredients. This marketplace could be a great way for users to find affordable
equipment and ingredients, or to sell their own homemade goods.
the cooking hobby website could also include other features, such as:
A cooking video section. This section could include cooking videos from users,
as well as from professional chefs.
A cooking challenge section. This section could include cooking challenges for
users to participate in, such as cooking a meal using only a limited number of
ingredients or cooking a meal in a certain amount of time.
A community section. This section could include a chat room or a social media
forum where users can connect with each other and share their passion for
cooking.
debugging list
Here is a list of problems I faced this week and how I debugged my life:
Problem: I was feeling overwhelmed by my workload.
Solution: I took a step back and assessed my priorities. I created a to-do list and broke
down large tasks into smaller, more manageable ones. I also scheduled time for breaks
and relaxation. I also asked for help from my colleagues and manager when needed.
Solution: I started exercising regularly. Exercise is a great way to reduce stress and
improve mood. I also made sure to get enough sleep and eat a healthy diet. I also
practiced meditation and deep breathing exercises.
Solution: I made an effort to connect with friends and family more often. I also started
attending social events and joining clubs and groups. I also reached out to old friends
and colleagues that I had not spoken to in a while.
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