{"product_id":"the-numerati-by-stephen-baker","title":"The Numerati by Stephen Baker","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"689\"\u003eBook Summary:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Numerati by Stephen Baker is a compelling exploration into the world of data scientists and mathematicians—whom Baker dubs the \"Numerati\"—who are increasingly shaping our lives through the analysis of vast amounts of personal data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"810\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIn \u003cem data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"17\"\u003eThe Numerati\u003c\/em\u003e, Baker delves into the realm of data analytics, illustrating how mathematicians and computer scientists are harnessing our digital footprints—such as online behaviors, purchasing patterns, and even biometric data—to predict and influence human behavior.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe book examines various sectors where this data-driven approach is prevalent, including marketing, healthcare, politics, and national security\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"937\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eBaker introduces readers to the professionals behind these data models, exploring their methodologies and the ethical considerations of their work.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHe also reflects on the implications of living in a world where personal data is meticulously analyzed and utilized to anticipate our choices and actions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"967\"\u003eAbout the Author:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"1134\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStephen Baker\u003c\/strong\u003e is a journalist who has written extensively on technology and its societal impacts.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHe has contributed to publications such as \u003cem data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"57\"\u003eBusinessWeek\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"62\" data-end=\"80\"\u003eBlogspotting.net\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThrough \u003cem data-start=\"8\" data-end=\"22\"\u003eThe Numerati\u003c\/em\u003e, Baker provides an accessible narrative that bridges the gap between complex data science concepts and the everyday experiences of individuals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best Of Used Books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":46147128492289,"sku":"33NYNWEM9-Used","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/files\/1_198183f4-016e-4107-a01c-c84ff9fd2495.jpg?v=1742448952","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/the-numerati-by-stephen-baker","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}