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My name is David Roedl and I design digital interactions and experiences. Kindly take a look at my portfolio and resume or read more about me and what I do. Below you will find some of my journal writings on hci, design, sustainability, and related topics. Thanks for visiting.

I recently read an inspiring article by Jeffrey and Shaowen Bardzell from Sept/Oct issue of interactions magazine. The first part of the piece examines the nature of avatars, or digital representations of self. The authors point out that avatars are increasingly important as the interface element through which users interact in online applications, ranging from profiles on Facebook to 3D characters used in virtual worlds like Second Life. Drawing on Goffman and Turkel, the Bardzells make some strong points about the relationship between avatar and user identity. Continue reading ‘Performing Identity on Facebook’

User-centered Internet Policy

February 23, 2009

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February 22, 2009

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