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Episode Synopsis
hCurrently our cultural artifacts are measured in gigabytes and terabytes, and our ability to produce information far surpasses our ability to consume and to understand it. This is especially true when we attempt to identify and to understand complex networks. Mapping a complex network, when done correctly, is an indispensable tool to help understand the network. Manuel Lima, an industrial designer and an expert in user interaction, loves to map complex networks and intends to share the love with all who are interested the subject.
VisualComplexity.com, a site dedicated to the art of mapping complex networks, was created by Manuel Lima in October, 2005. It grew out of his research while at Parson's School of Design and has grown into a thriving community. As of May 2006, Visual Complexity contains samples of and links to over 300 projects from contributors around the world.
In his keynote address to the MeshForum conference, held May 7, 2006 in San Francisco, CA, Manuel Lima identifies key characteristics of a good network map and highlights some of his favorite projects.
VisualComplexity.com, a site dedicated to the art of mapping complex networks, was created by Manuel Lima in October, 2005. It grew out of his research while at Parson's School of Design and has grown into a thriving community. As of May 2006, Visual Complexity contains samples of and links to over 300 projects from contributors around the world.
In his keynote address to the MeshForum conference, held May 7, 2006 in San Francisco, CA, Manuel Lima identifies key characteristics of a good network map and highlights some of his favorite projects.
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