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Date Published
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Nathan Smith
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1205
Language
English
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Summary

The Approximate Maximum K-cut algorithm is a new feature in Neo4j's Graph Data Science Library that divides a graph into partitions based on the strength of relationships between nodes, aiming to maximize the sum of weights of relationships within each partition. This algorithm has applications in various domains such as dinner party planning, mobile wireless communication, and retail menu organization. By using this algorithm, users can identify clusters or communities within their data that share similar characteristics, enabling more effective decision-making and problem-solving. The algorithm's output provides a set of partitions, where nodes are assigned to the most compatible partition based on the strength of relationships between them. In the provided example, the algorithm was used to assign guests to tables at a dinner party, taking into account their mutual dislike or attraction, and to categorize items in a bakery menu based on how frequently they appear together in transactions.