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Name: Hello world
Rating: 3.875 (8 reviews)
Author: Hannah Fry

In *Hello World*, mathematician Hannah Fry offers an accessible tour of the algorithms that underlie much of modern life. She unpacks how algorithms are written and implemented, revealing the hidden human biases that can become encoded in the code. Fry blends real‑world narratives with explainable mathematics to illustrate the power and limits of algorithmic systems. Her analysis invites readers to critically evaluate whether these digital tools truly improve upon the human processes they replace, while also considering their societal, technological, and ethical impacts.

First publish date: 2018

Genre: Technology & Computing/Computer Science

Authors: Hannah Fry

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