TED-Ed: Inside OKCupid: The math of online dating - Christian Rudder

The video explains the development and function of OkCupid's matching algorithm. It begins with an introduction to algorithms and their importance in computing. The video then details how OkCupid collects user data through questions to feed into the algorithm. A practical example is provided to illustrate how the algorithm calculates match percentages using a geometric mean. The video concludes by emphasizing the significance of algorithms in modern technology.

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