Analytic Hierarchy Process
The Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) is a structured technique for organizing and analyzing complex decisions, based on mathematics and psychology. It involves breaking down a decision problem into a hierarchy of criteria and alternatives, then using pairwise comparisons to derive priority scales. This method helps in making decisions by quantifying subjective judgments and ensuring consistency in evaluations.
Developers should learn AHP when working on projects involving multi-criteria decision-making, such as software selection, resource allocation, or feature prioritization in product development. It is particularly useful in data science, business intelligence, and systems engineering to handle complex trade-offs objectively, reducing bias and improving decision quality in team settings.