The Three Body Problem Series by Sichin Liu

Hand labeling data and information bias: Jon Krohn speaks with Watchful CEO Shayan Mohanty about the pitfalls of data analysis when bias comes into the equation (spoiler alert: it always does), the importance of the Chomsky hierarchy in data management, and the importance of simulation engines for returning real-time results to users.

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In this episode you will learn:
• Why bias in general is good [04:06]
• The arguments against hand labeling [09:47]
• How Shayan solves the problem of labeling at his company [24:26]
• Misconceptions concerning hand-labeled data [43:25]
• What the Chomsky hierarchy is [52:38]
• Watchful’s high-performance simulation engine [1:04:51]
• What Shayan looks for in his new hires [1:08:15]

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