Dipity

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//What is it//: Dipity is a website that allows people to make their own timelines on a specific topic. It is a way for people to share about life events through pictures, text, maps, videos, music, blogs, and much more. It also allows people to make an archive of something that didn't happen in their life (i.e. something that dates back to 500 years). Users may subscribe and get updates on specific topics or find a list of related topics in the bottom of the page.

//How it Works:// To make a timeline, you will first need to create an account on the website. Then you can simply start a new topic and tag media to certain dates to add to your timeline. Other users can view your information in four different representations: timeline, flipbook, list, and map. The user can zoom in and out of the timeline and scroll or drag for easy navigation. Detailed information is displayed when one of the tags are clicked and can link to external websites. Dipity is also compatible with other social websites such as facebook, my space, and twitter for easy access. In addition, a list of related and featured timelines are listed at the bottom of the page along with a list of users that are following the topic. Users can comment on the topic/timeline and add each other as friends.

//Your Analysis//: I think that this is a great and new way of blogging and connecting people all over the world. The interface is very simple to navigate and is compatible with existing interfaces. In a way, this is a kind of interactive information graphic that can be added on to. It is also creates a pace for users to discuss about certain topics to each other and it can be used for both corporate and personal purposes. Existing companies have made use of this interface to display their information such as New York Times. In relation to the Music Garden, Dipity can be used to record past event and possibly show events that are yet to come. It can also connect the Music Garden to greater Toronto and create an online community of discussions, requests, and comments.

//Sources:// [|Dipity Website]