Bob Goodson
Bob Goodson is a notable figure in the tech industry, recognized for his role in the development of the 'like' button during his time at Yelp, where he helped innovate user engagement features essential for social media platforms. He is currently the founder and CEO of Quid, a Silicon Valley-based company specializing in AI models that are employed by numerous Fortune 50 companies, and co-author of the book 'Like: The Button That Changed the World,' which explores the psychology and impact of the like button in digital communication.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 23,431 | $1,700,000 | 1,048$ |
| Totals | 1 | 38,005,238 | 23,431 | $1,700,000 | 1,048$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Canada:
Bob Goodson stumbled across a sketch he made in 2005 of a prototype for a like button when he was an early employee at Yelp.
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Finland:
Bob Goodson is one of the developers of the like button.
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Ireland:
Bob Goodson, co-author of the book with Martin Reeves, played an important role in the button’s development.
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