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1.7Practical Tips for Implementation
- Start simple. Even a 2-cluster model (heavy users vs. light users) is better than a uniform distribution.
- Refresh regularly. User behavior shifts over time. Re-run the clustering monthly or after major feature changes.
- Filter bots first. Bot traffic can skew your clusters. Use the user-agent field to separate human and bot sessions before clustering.
- Include time-of-day patterns. A good traffic model varies load by hour, not just by user type.
- Combine with business events. Overlay your traffic model with known events (sales, launches) for accurate capacity planning.