This course explores the past, present, and future impact of the World Wide Web on various aspects of society. Students will learn about the evolution of the Web from a Web of documents to a Web of data, and how it has influenced fields such as business, education, and government. The course covers topics such as the Web's role in advancing medical research, solving health problems, and promoting freedom and democracy. The teaching method includes a presentation by Sir Tim Berners-Lee, the inventor of the World Wide Web, followed by audience questions. This course is intended for individuals interested in understanding the transformative power of the Web and its implications for the future.
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
The Spirit of the Imitation Game
CERN
Universal
The web is humanity
The rise of the web
The web contract
For the web
Solid
The Solid Movement
A Trillionaire
Audience Questions
App Stores
Facebook
Taught by
GOTO Conferences
