EARL: Workshop on Evaluating and Applying Recommendation Systems with Large Language Models

Irene Li, Ruihai Dong, Lei Li, Li Chen

Abstract: This workshop aims to explore the evaluation and application of Large Language Models (LLMs) in recommendation systems (RSs), highlighting innovations, challenges, and future directions, focusing on enhancing RSs through LLM techniques such as prompting, fine-tuning, and developing conversational systems. By gathering researchers and partitioners from both academia and industry, the workshop focuses on discussing state-of-the-art techniques and addressing challenges and innovative applications in various sectors. At last, the workshop encourages research on topics including LLM integration, evaluating LLM-based RSs, transparency, and conversational RS development, aiming to set a research agenda for future RS advancements.