Better Recommendations via Star Predictions at Netflix
Netflix has reported an improvement its recommendation engine by deploying a new algorithm for star ratings. It should be a subtle overall change, but should also make a difference in the long run.
Members who rate movies will now receive better guidance on how many stars they’re likely to give movies they haven’t seen (aka “our best guess for you”). These star predictions influence the movies we feature on many pages of the Netflix website, in particular in the Movies You’ll Love area.
[via The Netflix Blog]
