Tag - Big Data

Uber’s Big Data Ride: Transforming Transportation

Credit: CanvasCrowdsourcing a Taxi RevolutionUber revolutionized the way people hail rides by leveraging Big Data. Traditional taxis relied on street hails and phone bookings, often leading to long waits and inefficiencies. Uber, on the other hand, connects riders and drivers instantly through its app. By analyzing GPS data, trip history, and driver availability, Uber...

How Big Data Powers Your Netflix Binge

Credit: CanvasThe Magic of Recommendation EnginesNetflix uses Big Data to predict what you’ll love watching next. By analyzing millions of viewing habits, they’ve built recommendation engines that suggest shows based on what similar viewers enjoy. It’s not just about ratings anymore—it’s about micro-genres like “wacky teen comedies with strong female leads.”From DVDs to...