Lucas T Dailey

US Patent:

20140281862, Sep 18, 2014

Filed:

May 27, 2014

Appl. No.:

14/287346

Inventors:

Lucas K. Dailey - Madison WI, US

International Classification:

G06F 17/22

US Classification:

715205

Abstract:

Arguments are formed by linking individual logical parts called Points. Points are linked when one Point depends on another to reach its conclusion. Users rate individual Points, based on criteria relevant to that Point's particular type. Users are rated based on how they rate Points relative to other users. A user's rating is then used to weight that user's Point ratings. One Point's ratings may in turn affect the ratings of connected Points. Dependant Points can be swapped when users identify Points with logically identical conclusions and indicate which Point they prefer. When users explore a topic, the relevant Points are sorted based on their ratings and the ratings of their authors. Lists of arguments can be created and publicized by users. Users can form groups that subscribe to lists of arguments. Users cross-reference their ratings with groups, lists of arguments and other users to find those they agree with.