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Topological Data Analysis was the next big thing a couple of years ago, and it certainly has its applications [1], but the breadth of its applicability may have
by wenc 8y ago
Topological Data Analysis was the next big thing a couple of years ago, and it certainly has its applications [1], but the breadth of its applicability may have been overhyped and the energy has fizzled somewhat.
[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Topological_data_analysis#Applications https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Topological_data_analysis#Appl...
- 4thaccount 8y agoKinda like AI is now? I use Graph Theory a lot in my every day job (nothing fancy, but it is useful for visualization, shortest path, and other things). You start to see it show up everywhere too.
- galaxyLogic 8y agoGraph theory applies to social networks, and those are the viaducts of foreign propaganda. Good choice
- romwell 8y agoI have a book on the subject on my desk (several, in fact), and I'm still not sold I'll get to use any of that. Really hope to, though.