Ignites are great opportunities for members of a community to gather and share their passions. Usually, the night ends with the audience buoyed by the energy the event brings and thinking about something new. With my 10-year-old presenting, it’s even more special.
Goals for 2010
I’ve been at this crap a long time. 2010 is time for some focus and serenity.
How the Web Sees You
The value of data mining is dependent on the people wielding the algorithm. Personas, an art installation by MIT’s Sociable Media Group, wants to create awareness about the capricious nature of results.
Real-Time is a Collaboration
The real-time web is an emergent phenomenon dependent on many individuals sharing what is happening in moments of personal interest.
The Expectation Gap
Old blog posts about Twitter by Tom Smith and Louis Gray prompt discussion about the gap between user expectation and practice.
Shared Sounds
In his recent TED talk, Julian Treasure treats sound as a material for businesses, an insight that changes the way designers should approach common spaces.
The Impact of Twitter Lists
While official support of Twitter lists will initially produce a bunch of happy campers, lists may also change behavior in unexpected ways.