Lessons from Adopting Explore-Exploit Modeling in Industrial-Scale Recommender Systems

Authored and contributed by: Abhimanyu Mitra & Afroza Ali

Figure 1: How do kids discover their favorite flavor of ice cream? Photo Credit: iStock Photos

Much like a child choosing a flavor of ice cream, it’s often best to explore a few options before enjoying the best choice. Knowing when to explore options before settling upon the right choice is also key for personalized recommender systems seeking to generate the most relevant items. A robust exploration-exploitation framework helps the personalized …

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