Matching users of a network based on profile data
US9563720B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 5, 2014 |
| Grant date | Feb 7, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 8, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L67/306
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method and system for matching users of a network, such as a language learning network, employs user profile data to determine point match scores and/or compatibility match scores between users of the network such as a social network. A point match score is a measure of strength for a single interest that two users share. A compatibility match score is an aggregate measure of similarity of multiple interests that two users share. When a first user asks the system to propose another user or users for interaction, the system uses the point match scores, compatibility match scores, or both to determine which additional users to recommend to the first user. The system may present the first user with a profile for each recommended user. The first user may select one of the recommended users and engage in interaction, such as language skills learning or practice, with that user via a text, audio and/or video interface.
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