Twitter: A Human-Centric View

This lecture delves into the human-centric aspects of Twitter, covering topics such as the history of Twitter, user interactions, geolocation, hashtags, and the significance of real names. It explores the dynamics of following versus friending, the role of weak ties, and the implications of real-world events on Twitter. The lecture also discusses the cultural impact of Twitter, emphasizing its role in understanding large-scale human behavior and information dissemination.