It is literally translated into Russian as: "[quantitative] measurement of oneself." Sounds like lifelogging . One form of self-knowledge . Possible name in Russian: “countable I”.
The movement, created by Harry Woolf and Kevin Kelly , from Wired Magazine. This happened in 2007 with the aim of applying technology to obtain data in everyday life. Its participants keep records of food consumed, environmental quality, mood, skin condition, pulse or pressure, physical or mental activity. The creator described the movement as "self-knowledge through collecting data about yourself using technology."
Wearable devices are used to collect health-related data: fitness bracelets , implants , etc.
Content
- 1 Methods
- 2 Novelty
- 3 Application
- 4 Abroad
- 4.1 Mention in foreign media
- 5 In Russia
- 5.1 Mention in the Russian media
Methods
As an empirical movement is the collection and analysis of data. Data is collected automatically if bracelets and sensors are used, otherwise manually.
Typically, analysis is performed using traditional statistical techniques as linear regression , which allows you to establish a correlation between variables.
A major role is played by data visualization .
Novelty
The idea itself is not new and is similar to keeping a diary . But modern technologies make it possible to take the process to a completely different level: computer technology is becoming cheaper, smaller, more accessible and computing power that scientists dreamed about in the last century, athletes did not think, are now relatively accessible to a wide range of users. That allows you to apply methods of working with information from business and science in the field of personal life.
Application
Mostly QS technologies and methods are used to analyze indicators related to health and sports.
The subject of research can also be personal productivity, time management , improving the quality of learning something, education.
QS uses gamification . Many manufacturers of fitness trackers and bracelets add an achievement system, competitions with friends to applications.
Another aspect of applying QS in your personal life is genetic testing .
Abroad
The company " Quantified Self Labs ", founded by ideologists of the movement, is located in California ( USA ).
Another major movement promotion organization is QSI (Quantified Self Institute). Founded in 2012, located at Hanse University of Applied Sciences ( Netherlands ).
Mentioned in foreign media
In Russia
At the moment (March 2018) in Russia there are no organizations involved in the dissemination of ideas of the “Quantified Self” direction or advising in this direction.