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Understanding Probabilistic Data Structures with UFO Sightings

Offered By: GeeCON Conference via YouTube

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Explore probabilistic data structures through the lens of UFO sightings in this engaging conference talk. Dive into the world of efficient data processing as Guy Royse explains how these structures work like a TARDIS - bigger on the inside and slightly lossy like JPEG compression. Learn about common probabilistic data structures, with a deep dive into Bloom Filters, MinHash, and Top-K. Witness a live demonstration of Top-K analysis applied to 112,092 UFO sighting reports, uncovering the most frequently used words. Gain practical insights on implementing these powerful tools in your own applications, potentially revealing that the truth about efficient data handling is indeed out there.

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GeeCON 2023: Guy Royse - Understanding Probabilistic Data Structures with 112,092 UFO Sightings


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GeeCON Conference

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