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How to manage your time more effectively (according to machines) - Brian Christian

7,882,138 views October 25, 2018 5:10

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Discover how computer science principles can help you optimize your productivity and decision-making under time constraints. Brian Christian explains key strategies from algorithms—like balancing exploration and exploitation—that can be applied to everyday tasks. Ideal for anyone looking to refine their approach to time management with a fresh, analytical perspective.

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Human beings and computers alike share the challenge of how to get as much done as possible in a limited time. Over the last fifty or so years, computer scientists have learned a lot of good strategies for managing time effectively — and they have a lot of experience with what can go wrong. Brian Christian shares how we can use some of these insights to help make the most of our own lives.

Lesson by Brian Christian, animation by Adriatic Animation.

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TED-Ed published this 5:10 video tutorial on October 25, 2018. It has been watched 7,882,138 times on YouTube.

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October 25, 2018
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