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How Do Plus Codes Work?

OMA Comp How Do Plus Codes Work

Plus Codes Are Just Like Addresses

Plus codes provide an alternative that works just like an address. This service was created by Google engineers and is open-sourced. That means that anyone can use it to develop apps without license fees.

A plus code is a short code that can be used in place of a street number and name. They can be applied to any location, even places with no road access. They are free to use, accessible offline, and work anywhere.

Businesses should be aware of plus codes and how they work. They can be used to expand or improve upon a service or a customer base. App developers can incorporate them as part of a new feature or function. If you have questions about plus codes, contact OMA Comp. We can help you understand the technology and how it applies to your business.

U. S. on Top, Teen Wins $3 Million in Fortnite World Cup

OMA Comp U.S. Teen Wins Fortnite

No one is asking what Fortnite is anymore after a U.S. teen just banked $3 million dollars in the Fortnite World Cup video tournament proving that video games are here to stay and the stakes are getting higher. For those doubters, Americans are still competitive in the world market of technology and its usage. Games and players are becoming more sophisticated and this will only increase as technology and AI (artificial intelligence) move forward in its capabilities.

You may think this is fun and games but this technology is changing how companies are run and how their marketing efforts are managed. Your business can stay on the forefront and remain competitive, contact OMA Comp to learn how.

Read more about this American teenager at Reuters News.

Artificial Intelligence and Search Engine Optimization

OMA Comp Artificial Intelligence and Search Engine Optimization

It is official: there is no way to avoid the influences of artificial intelligence in search results. Google built a machine-learning AI called RankBrain. Its use was confirmed in 2015. The AI’s reach was initially limited to just 15% of searches. Now, in 2018, RankBrain is handling all queries.

How Does Machine-Learning AI Work?

When RankBrain comes across a phrase or word that it doesn’t know, it will make a guess based on terms it knows that could have a similar meaning. The search results are filtered accordingly. This guess is recorded and adapted over time to give the user better results. It sounds like a hit-or-miss system, but it is very effective.

Google has been experimenting with artificial intelligence for years. In 2017, researchers announced the development of AutoML, an AI that could generate another AI that outperformed those made by humans.

Optimizing for Humans Is Still Recommended

There are still issues that come with the use of AI in search engine results. It may present a “good enough” solution that isn’t as refined is it could be. AI can also confuse correlation with causation which can form connections between unrelated content. Developers program the machine-learning algorithm, which means they don’t fully understand the nuances of the final algorithm. That makes it difficult to predict how search results will behave in the future.

Optimizing for humans is still recommended. The goal of AI is to make it think like a person. As the user and search engine are more closely matched, producing content for the former will also benefit a site’s standing with the latter. Find out more about search engine SEO by contacting OMA Comp.