Algorithms are valuable to us because they:
Form the basis of much of the technology we use in our daily lives, from mobile apps to search engines.
Power innovations in various industries that augment our abilities (e.g., AI assistants or medical diagnosis).
Help analyse large volumes of data, discover patterns and make informed decisions in a fast and efficient way, at a scale humans are simply not able to do.
Automate processes. By streamlining tasks, algorithms increase efficiency, reduce errors, and save valuable time.