What the Heck is a Blog?
Hey everyone, and welcome to my blog! When I hear the word blog, my mind instantly flashes back to the late '90s and early 2000s—yes, I’m talking Lizzie McGuire vibes, animated thoughts and all. That nostalgic, Y2K aesthetic is the theme I’m going with here, so buckle up for a semester full of glitter graphics and diary-style reflections.
I’m asking for a little patience as I navigate this blog throughout the semester. I’m learning as I go, and each post will be part of that journey. So with that said, let’s dive right in!
What is Web 2.0?
According to our reading this week, Web 2.0 refers to the interactive nature of the internet—platforms where users can comment, share, and respond to content. In many ways, this blog is a perfect example of that. Unlike the early days of the web, which were mostly read-only, Web 2.0 is all about engagement and participation.
Personally, I think we’ve already started moving beyond Web 2.0. Technology today is way more advanced—we can create entire videos in seconds, design visuals with AI, and even generate full conversations with chatbots. Despite these advancements, most of our favorite social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook still operate on Web 2.0 principles: you see a post, you react, you comment, and you share how it made you feel.
I believe this type of interaction will always be a core part of online life. Even as the technology evolves, the need for connection and expression through digital platforms will likely stay grounded in the Web 2.0 model.
Lets create the Web 2.0 dream!
I think you're asking some really good questions about where we sit with Web 2.0 in the age of generative AI. I don't think AI will supersede Web 2.0, but instead will occupy a different space. AI can do a lot, but only some of it is good. And it isn't human. Part of the Web 2.0 allure was the human creative connection with and through technology. The tech and the form evolves, but I look to Substack and the endurance of Reddit to see how much people value these forms of sharing and interaction. What do you think?
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