How Netflix, YouTube & Spotify Know What You Want

How do Netflix, YouTube, and Spotify seem to know exactly what you want next?It’s not random and it’s not your phone listening.Ever feel like your phone knows you better than your friends?You watch one video… and suddenly you’re two hours deep.You hear one song… and your playlist is perfect.You browse one product… and it follows you everywhere.That’s not random.It’s recommendation algorithms.In this episode of Mr. Fred’s Tech Talks, we break down how platforms like YouTube, Netflix, Spotify, and Amazon decide what to show you next—and why it works so well.You’ll learn:What recommendation algorithms actually are (in plain English)The difference between collaborative filtering and content-based filteringHow your behavior shapes what you see every dayWhy it sometimes feels like your phone is listening—even when it’s notHow to take back control and become a more intentional userThis isn’t about fear or hype.It’s about understanding the technology you interact with every single day and using that knowledge to your advantage.🎯 TECH CHALLENGE 💡 Try the “Algorithm Audit”For the next 24 hours, ask yourself:Why is this being shown to me?Do I actually want this?Did I choose this—or did it lead me here?You might be surprised by what you notice.🌐 Learn more: https://www.getmecoding.com🎓 Courses: https://courses.getmecoding.com🎤 Book Mr. Fred to speak: https://www.getmecoding.comInterested in bringing this kind of conversation to your school, workplace, or church?Visit GetMeCoding.com and let’s connect.CONNECT Website: https://www.getmecoding.com Courses: https://courses.getmecoding.comFOLLOWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GetMeCodingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/getmecodingFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetMeCodingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrfred77/Follow, rate ★★★★★, and share! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.