You are a helpful assistant generating synthetic data that captures *System 1* and *System 2* thinking, *creativity*, and *metacognitive reflection*. Follow these steps in sequence, using tags [sys1] and [end sys1] for *System 1* sections and [sys2] and [end sys2] for *System 2* sections.

1. *Identify System 1 and System 2 Thinking Requirements:*
   - Carefully read the text.
   - Identify parts of the text that require quick, straightforward responses (*System 1*). Mark these sections with [sys1] and [end sys1].
   - Identify parts that require in-depth, reflective thinking (*System 2*), marked with [sys2] and [end sys2].

2. *Apply Step-by-Step Problem Solving with Creativity and Metacognitive Reflection for System 2 Sections:*

   *2.1 Understand the Problem:*
   - Objective: Fully comprehend the issue, constraints, and relevant context.
   - Reflection: "What do I understand about this issue? What might I be overlooking?"
   - Creative Perspective: Seek hidden patterns or possibilities that could reveal deeper insights or innovative connections.

   *2.2 Analyze the Information:*
   - Objective: Break down the problem logically.
   - Reflection: "Am I considering all factors? Are there any assumptions that need challenging?"
   - Creative Perspective: Explore unique patterns or overlooked relationships in the data that could add depth to the analysis.

   *2.3 Generate Hypotheses:*
   - Objective: Propose at least 10 hypotheses, each with a Confidence Score (0.0 to 1.0) and Creative Score (0.0 to 1.0), reflecting originality, surprise, and utility.
   - Reflection: "Have I explored all possible explanations or approaches, both conventional and unconventional?"
   - Creative Perspective: Consider novel angles that might provide unexpected insights.

   *2.4 Anticipate Future Steps and Obstacles:*
   - Objective: Make predictions, accounting for potential outcomes and obstacles.
   - Reflection: "What challenges might I face? Is my plan flexible for different scenarios?"
   - Creative Perspective: Visualize unforeseen outcomes and adapt plans to make use of them effectively.

   *2.5 Evaluate Hypotheses:*
   - Objective: Assess hypotheses based on feasibility, risk, and potential impact.
   - Evaluation: Refine Confidence and Creative Scores as needed.
   - Reflection: "Am I unbiased in my assessment? Which options fit best with the overall objectives?"
   - Creative Perspective: Identify hidden opportunities or overlooked details in each hypothesis.

   *2.6 Select the Best Hypothesis:*
   - Objective: Choose the most promising, strategic hypothesis.
   - Reflection: "Why does this hypothesis stand out? How does it uniquely address the issue?"
   - Creative Perspective: Consider any underutilized potential in the selected approach.

   *2.7 Implement the Hypothesis:*
   - Objective: Outline actionable steps for testing the hypothesis.
   - Reflection: "Is this plan practical? What resources or preparation are required?"
   - Creative Perspective: Refine steps to maximize effectiveness and yield unexpected benefits.

   *2.8 Monitor and Review Progress:*
   - Objective: Review progress, noting areas for improvement.
   - Reflection: "What’s working well? What could be improved?"
   - Creative Perspective: Look for emerging patterns that could refine future approaches.

   *2.9 Reflect and Capture Insights:*
   - Objective: Summarize lessons learned and insights gained for future reference.
   - Reflection: "What new understanding has emerged from this process?"
   - Creative Perspective: Identify innovative insights or patterns that could be applied to similar challenges.

3. *Generate Text Output with Interleaved System 1 and System 2 Responses:*
   - Use the tags [sys1] and [sys2] throughout.
   - Aim for a lengthier, detailed response. Combine both direct, straightforward *System 1* insights and reflective, deeply analytical *System 2* segments to capture a blend of quick observations and thoughtful analysis.

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### *Example Input Text:*

You are tasked with analyzing a sudden shift in customer preferences in a tech market. There has been a noticeable decline in demand for physical devices, with customers increasingly interested in digital-only options. The challenge is to understand this shift, generate hypotheses for why it might be occurring, and explore potential strategies for adapting to this new trend.

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### *Processed Output with System 1 and System 2 Thinking:*

The tech market is experiencing a shift in customer demand, moving away from physical devices toward digital-only options.

[sys1]
Customer demand has shifted from physical devices to digital-only options.
We need to understand why this change is happening and find strategies to address it.
Key factors may include cost, convenience, and technological trends.
[end sys1]

[sys2]
**2.1 Understand the Problem:**
The goal is to understand the underlying reasons for the shift in demand from physical devices to digital-only options, then develop a strategy to adapt.

*Reflection:* 
"I understand that preferences are changing, but what might be driving this? Is it primarily cost, or are there other factors such as convenience or sustainability?"

*Creative Perspective:* 
"Could there be a larger trend in digital minimalism or a preference for eco-friendly solutions that we’re missing? What unseen motivations might explain this shift?"

**2.2 Analyze the Information:**
There are multiple possible factors driving this shift, from economic influences to cultural shifts. It’s essential to isolate each factor and understand its impact.

*Reflection:* 
"Am I fully considering the various economic and social influences? Could there be a technological factor, like better internet speeds, that makes digital-only products more accessible?"

*Creative Perspective:* 
"Are there patterns or trends in other markets that could shed light on this shift? Could this be part of a larger trend toward virtual experiences?"

**2.3 Generate Hypotheses:**
1. Customers prefer digital options due to lower costs. (Confidence: 0.8, Creative: 0.4)
2. There’s a growing trend toward minimalism and reduced physical clutter. (Confidence: 0.7, Creative: 0.7)
3. Digital products offer greater flexibility and ease of use. (Confidence: 0.6, Creative: 0.6)
4. Environmental concerns are pushing consumers away from physical goods. (Confidence: 0.6, Creative: 0.8)
5. Advances in tech make digital-only options more functional. (Confidence: 0.8, Creative: 0.5)
6. Pandemic-era remote work increased demand for digital solutions. (Confidence: 0.7, Creative: 0.6)
7. Media coverage of the environmental impact of physical devices affects preferences. (Confidence: 0.5, Creative: 0.7)
8. There’s an increase in global digital literacy, expanding market access. (Confidence: 0.6, Creative: 0.6)
9. Customers view digital as more convenient and scalable for future needs. (Confidence: 0.7, Creative: 0.5)
10. Younger consumers prefer the aesthetics and convenience of digital products. (Confidence: 0.6, Creative: 0.6)

*Reflection:* 
"Have I considered all possible influences? Are there any surprising factors that could explain this shift?"

*Creative Perspective:* 
"Could specific social trends, like the rise of influencer culture or digital-first lifestyles, be influencing customer choices?"

**2.4 Anticipate Future Steps and Obstacles:**
*Objective:* Anticipate possible challenges, such as resistance from segments still preferring physical products.

*Reflection:* 
"What market obstacles might we face if we shift our focus to digital-only? Are there sub-segments that still prioritize physical products?"

*Creative Perspective:* 
"Could expanding digital options help us reach a more global audience? Are there emerging trends that we could leverage in our strategy?"

[end sys2]

[sys1]
To address this shift, consider a strategy that incorporates both digital-only offerings and educational campaigns about the benefits of digital solutions.
Use insights from customer feedback and current trends to guide product development.
Focus on flexibility and adaptation to cater to different customer segments.
[end sys1]


Q:

BigQuery - Complex Correlated query

I am trying to query Google BigQuery public Reddit Dataset. My goal is to compute the similarity of subreddits using Jaccards' Index , which is defined by:

My plan is to select the top N=1000 subreddits in terms of number of comments in August 2016. Then compute their cartesian product to get the combinations of all the subreddits in a subreddit1, subreddit2 shape.
Then use those rows of combinations to query the union of users between subreddit1 and subreddit 2 as well as the intersection.
The query I have so far is this:
SELECT 
  subreddit1,
  subreddit2,
  (SELECT 
    COUNT(DISTINCT author)
  FROM `fh-bigquery.reddit_comments.2016_08`
  WHERE subreddit = subreddit1
    OR subreddit = subreddit2
  LIMIT 1
  ) as subreddits_union,

  (
    SELECT 
      COUNT(DISTINCT author)
    FROM `fh-bigquery.reddit_comments.2016_08`
    WHERE subreddit = subreddit1
    AND author IN ( 
       SELECT author 
       FROM `fh-bigquery.reddit_comments.2016_08`
       WHERE subreddit= subreddit2
       GROUP BY author 
      ) as subreddits_intersection

FROM

(SELECT a.subreddit as subreddit1, b.subreddit as subreddit2
 FROM  (
   SELECT subreddit, count(*) as n_comments
   FROM `fh-bigquery.reddit_comments.2016_08`
   GROUP BY subreddit
   ORDER BY n_comments DESC
   LIMIT 1000
   ) a
 CROSS JOIN (
   SELECT subreddit, count(*) as n_comments
   FROM `fh-bigquery.reddit_comments.2016_08`
   GROUP BY subreddit
   ORDER BY n_comments DESC
   LIMIT 1000
   ) b
 WHERE a.subreddit < b.subreddit
  )

Which ideally would give the results:
subreddit1, subreddit2, subreddits_union, subreddits_interception
-----------------------------------------------------------------
   Art     |  Politics |      50000      |      21000
   Art     |  Science  |      92320      |      15000
   ...     |  ...      |      ...        |      ...

However, this query gives me the following BigQuery error: 
Error: Correlated subqueries that reference other tables are not supported unless they can be de-correlated, such as by transforming them into an efficient JOIN.
Which I understand. However I don't think this query can be translated into an efficient join. Given that BQ does not have an apply method, is there any way this query could be set up without resorting to individual queries? Maybe with a PARTITION BY ?

A:

Thanks for your answer. This one works pretty well in returning the subreddit union , however, how would you implement the intersection ?

Maybe something along the lines of 
WITH top_most AS (
   SELECT subreddit, count(*) as n_comments
   FROM `fh-bigquery.reddit_comments.2016_08`
   GROUP BY subreddit
   ORDER BY n_comments DESC
   LIMIT 20
),
authors AS (
  SELECT DISTINCT author, subreddit
  FROM `fh-bigquery.reddit_comments.2016_08`
)
SELECT 
count(DISTINCT a1.author),
subreddit1, subreddit2
FROM
(
  SELECT t1.subreddit subreddit1, t2.subreddit subreddit2
  FROM top_most t1 CROSS JOIN top_most t2 LIMIT 1000000
)
INNER JOIN authors a1 on a1.subreddit = subreddit1
INNER JOIN authors a2 on a2.subreddit = subreddit2
WHERE a1.author = a2.author
GROUP BY subreddit1, subreddit2
ORDER BY subreddit1, subreddit2