Love Hannah Fry!

I love Hannah Fry and the book didn't disappoint. An interesting walk through the pros and cons of algorithms in different applications. super interesting and pitched just right for any level of expertise.

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Great for Math nerds

Easy listening and narrated with the emotion that is warranted for some of the heavier themes.

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Engaging, Insightful and a Little Bit Terrifying

Hello World is a masterpiece that tells the stories of the many algorithms and neural networks that work behind the scenes in our day to day lives. While most of these machines are created with good intentions, learning the extent of their knowledge and their capacity for error is often a sobering experience.

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brilliant

something for everyone. from the geek to the person who doesn't know how to turn on their computer.

I wrote this using my predictive text algorithm

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Elaborate ideas, simple explanations

This book was excellent in its capacity to take the complex world of algorithms, bias and broader philosophy, breaking it down into bite-size chunks with a number of case studies prepared to elaborate on each claim. A very well-written and informative book that embraces the challenge of unpacking algorithms with vigour.

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Computer says: Here be dragons

Fascinating investigation into the increasing use of algorithms in society. Well thought out and even handed with hint of hopeful optimism amongst what I see mostly as nightmarish (but partly cautiously less so). Numerous historical examples and a few future possibilities (which may have come to pass already). Humans seem to struggle with the why and why-not of many questions raised in the book and Hannah pleasantly-terrifyingly made me think.

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Insightful, with both hope and dread.

I love Hannah Fry's style anyway. It's humane and approachable. I knew I'd probably like this book before I bought it, So glad I was right.
She sheds unexpected light on the diversity and depth of algorithms, and how they influence our world. Be prepared for a deep dive into a story that is far from unfinished. THe growing use of algorithms promises much, but also threatens things we genuinely value.
Her ultimate message is that we are still in charge, and how these tools are used reflect both the good and the bad aspects of our nature.
A fascinating and accessible read. Buy it, the algorithms say you want to. :-)

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Eye opener

Loved it. It's an eye opener and some parts but mostly a better understanding of the workings of algorithms in our lives. Reminder that it doesn't have to be a zero sum relationship with machine.

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Excellent but not without flaws

An excellent work. I would have liked a bit more detail on somethings but it didn't drag down the rest not having it. The biggest issue is as I listen in the car when Hannah Fry speaks quietly, usually for emphasis or to make a point, it can be all but impossible to hear at times. Turning up the volume is not an option as she returns to full volume within seconds which would blow out the speakers. Other than that it's a high recommend.

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interesting book read by the author

Thoroughly enjoyed listening to Hannah Fry reading her book. The content was thought provoking and accessible. I also learned a lot about algorithms.

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