Mr Beast: Most Viewed YT Video 100K Comments

Summary: This dataset encapsulates the vibrant community interaction surrounding MrBeast's most viewed YouTube video, "$456,000 Squid Game In Real Life!" By meticulously compiling 100,000 comments, this collection offers a unique window into the public discourse, engagement, and sentiments of one of YouTube's most significant viral phenomena. Researchers, linguists, marketers, and sociocultural analysts can delve into the depth and diversity of viewer conversations, drawing insights and patterns from a broad swath of public opinion. Privacy Preservation: Recognizing the importance of privacy and ethical data handling, we've employed SHA-256 encryption to anonymize user names. Each username is first salted with a unique sequence and then passed through the SHA-256 algorithm, turning it into a distinct and irreversible hash. This approach ensures the confidentiality of individuals while retaining the integrity and utility of the data for analysis. Dataset Usage: This dataset is a rich resource for various analytical pursuits, including but not limited to sentiment analysis, linguistic trends, engagement patterns, and sociocultural research. Academics can explore the dynamics of viral content and public interaction, while marketers and content creators can gauge audience response and engagement strategies. The dataset is also invaluable for training machine learning models in natural language processing and understanding, providing real-world text data in a diverse, dynamic context. Acknowledgements: We extend our gratitude to YouTube and MrBeast for the platform and content that made this dataset possible. Their commitment to fostering a robust and engaging digital community is at the heart of this collection. We also acknowledge the YouTube API for enabling access to this rich vein of public discourse, and we commend the countless viewers whose comments have collectively shaped this dataset into a mirror of public sentiment and interaction. Column Descriptors:

Comment: The full text of the user's comment, reflecting their thoughts, reactions, or interactions with the content. Anonymized Author: The SHA-256 hashed representation of the user's name, ensuring anonymity while maintaining a unique identifier for each commenter. Published At: The ISO 8601 timestamp marking when the comment was originally posted, offering insights into the timing and relevance of user interactions. Likes: The number of likes attributed to the comment, serving as an indicator of its resonance or approval among the community. Reply Count: The count of replies to the comment, reflecting its capacity to engage and provoke discussion within the community.

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