Automattic’s New Movie: Is the Internet Broken? And Can WE Fix It?
- Why our internet feels… off.
- The big fight for your data.
- How a short film wants you to join the battle!
We just watched a short documentary that really got us thinking. It’s called “Code for the People” from Automattic, and wow. It’s a wake-up call, plain and simple.
You know that internet we all love and use every day? It’s facing some serious threats. Think of it like this: some big companies are building ‘walled gardens.’ They want to control your data. Everything you do inside their walls? It’s all theirs.
Then there’s “black-box AI.” Sounds kinda spooky, right? It means systems where we don’t even know how they work. No transparency. No idea what’s happening behind the scenes.
This documentary has such a cool, almost urgent vibe to it. Like a visual plea for change. The colors are crisp and the flow is engaging, making the message feel really clear. It wants us to fight for something called the “digital commons.”
So, what can we do? The film says it loud: support open-source code. This means software that’s transparent. Everyone can see how it works. Everyone can help make it better. That’s how we keep the internet free and open for everyone.
It’s about individuals taking action. Small steps. Big impact. Let’s keep our digital world free, colorful, and open, just like art should be.
Our Take
We totally get it. This isn’t just some tech talk; it’s about our freedom online. We use the internet for everything, from finding cool art to sharing stories. If we don’t speak up, who will? Supporting open-source is like choosing to keep our collective digital canvas vibrant and shared, not locked away. Let’s make sure the internet stays awesome for all of us.
