Computers Quote by Robert B. Weide
“Sit down at your computer or open your nearest mobile device and Google these words: 'Directed by.' What's the first predictive text that comes up? Martin Scorsese? Quentin Tarantino? Ingmar Bergman? Chances are the first name Google suggested was Robert B. Weide. That's me. Sort of.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast or public talk, date unknown
The quote humorously points out how predictive text often suggests famous directors, revealing the speaker’s own name among them.
In simple terms: Predictive text favors famous directors, but the speaker’s name appears too.
Key Takeaway
Be aware of algorithmic biases in suggestions.
Themes
humor
identity
technology
Mood
playful
reflective
Type
informational
humorous
When to use this quote
- online searches
- social media
- branding
- self-promotion
Key Concepts
algorithmic bias
self-representation
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you trust predictive text for discovery?
- How can you highlight lesser-known talents?
A Different Perspective
Algorithms may reinforce fame, overlooking lesser-known creators.
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