The Analytical Edge: Bits and Bytes of Data Science

I’ve been taking a summer course on technology and ethics at school, and we’ve recently been discussing how artificial intelligence can be used to predict human emotions. Our teacher explained that social networking companies are especially interested in this type of technology because it would allow them to create more personalized recommendations and make social…

My family and I recently went on vacation to Disneyland, and I couldn’t help but notice the park’s use of data analysis to enhance guest experiences. The Disney app allowed us to check the wait times for each attraction, making it easier to plan our day.  Although the predictions were mostly accurate, I noticed that…

Hi there! Recently, I came across some intriguing information about Amazon’s pricing strategy. It turns out that they adjust prices for their products based on individual users’ willingness to pay. At first, I was puzzled by the idea that my friend and I could buy the same item but pay different prices—it seemed unfair. However,…

Hey there! As someone who loves working with kids and enjoys volunteering as a teacher’s assistant, I wanted to learn more about how data science intersects with education. I came across a Stanford article that explained the various implications of using data science in a classroom setting. Firstly, studying trends in classroom behaviors could help…

Hi there! My name is Noor and welcome to The Analytical Edge! Recently, I have become more interested in data science and how it affects my everyday life, so I plan to use this blog to explore analytics.  I’ve always loved math and, honestly, all subjects related to STEM. I actually find myself losing track…