optimization
Making things better
Optimization is the process of making something as effective or functional as possible.
In mathematics and computing, it means finding the best solution among many possibilities: The algorithm uses optimization to minimize load times.
In everyday use, it often describes improving efficiency or performance: We spent months on supply chain optimization.
The word sometimes carries a clinical tone, as when applied to human behavior or productivity.
Finite problem-solving procedure
- machine learningAlgorithms that improve from data
- neural networksLayered computational learning systems
- linear programmingOptimization with straight-line constraints
- convergenceProcess of approaching sameness
heuristics · deep learning · decision trees · clustering · parallel processing · hyperparameter · backpropagation · regularization
Arranging for future events
- decision-makingProcess of choosing actions
- game theoryStudy of strategic interaction
- heuristicsPractical problem-solving shortcuts
- problem-solvingAddressing challenges methodically
trade-offs · methodology · approach · prioritization · resource allocation · cost-benefit · scheduling · logistics
Function's highest, lowest points
- constraintsLimits on action
- Lagrange multipliersMethod for constrained optimization
- convexityOutward-curving quality
- linear programmingOptimization with straight-line constraints
gradient · minima · maxima · saddle point · duality · nonlinear · combinatorial
Making more aerodynamic or efficient
- leanLacking fat; incline
- waste reductionDecreasing material for disposal
- cost-effectiveGiving good return cheaply
- productivityOutput relative to input
utilization · resource management · minimization · maximization · workflow · automation · time-saving · fuel economy
Rate of motion
- throughputProcessing rate over time
- latencyDelay in system response
- benchmarkingMeasuring against top performers
- scalabilityCapacity for growth
bottleneck · profiling · caching · execution · responsiveness · metrics · load balancing · concurrency
Tool for locating websites
- keywordsImportant identifying words
- rankingOrdered position assignment
- metadataDescriptive information about content
- backlinksExternal pages citing yours
indexing · mobile-friendly · sitemap · SERP · organic traffic · click-through rate
algorithm
Finite problem-solving procedure
- machine learningAlgorithms that improve from data
- neural networksLayered computational learning systems
- linear programmingOptimization with straight-line constraints
convergence · heuristics · deep learning · decision trees · clustering · parallel processing · hyperparameter · backpropagation · regularization
planning
Arranging for future events
- decision-makingProcess of choosing actions
- game theoryStudy of strategic interaction
- heuristicsPractical problem-solving shortcuts
problem-solving · trade-offs · methodology · approach · prioritization · resource allocation · cost-benefit · scheduling · logistics · satisficing
extrema
Function's highest, lowest points
- constraintsLimits on action
- Lagrange multipliersMethod for constrained optimization
- convexityOutward-curving quality
linear programming · gradient · minima · maxima · saddle point · duality · nonlinear · combinatorial
streamlining
Making more aerodynamic or efficient
- leanLacking fat; incline
- waste reductionDecreasing material for disposal
- cost-effectiveGiving good return cheaply
productivity · utilization · resource management · minimization · maximization · workflow · automation · time-saving · fuel economy · throughput
speed
Rate of motion
- throughputProcessing rate over time
- latencyDelay in system response
- benchmarkingMeasuring against top performers
scalability · bottleneck · profiling · caching · execution · responsiveness · metrics · load balancing · concurrency · uptime
search engine
Tool for locating websites
- keywordsImportant identifying words
- rankingOrdered position assignment
- metadataDescriptive information about content
backlinks · indexing · mobile-friendly · sitemap · SERP · organic traffic · click-through rate
- strategystrategy, grand strategy, tactics, tactic, tactical
- IT servicesIT services, IT consulting, IT support, help desk, tech support
- industrial managementassembly line, mass production, factory floor, production line, division of labor
- product designCAD, prototyping, design process, design iteration, specifications
- resource managementbudget, budgeting, saving, allocation, allocating
- programmingvariables, functions, for, function, debugger
optimizationdegradation
Decline in condition
deterioration · worsening · decline · degeneration · impairment
optimizationsatisficing
Accepting adequate over optimal
settling · good enough · adequacy · sufficiency · compromise
optimizationneglect
Failure to provide care
abandonment · disregard · inattention · carelessness · indifference
- search engine optimizationMethods to rank higher organically
- tax optimizationMinimizing legal payment obligations
- health optimizationMaximizing physical and mental wellness