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I think your comment kinda provides the reason why the term “content” is used; there are so many verticals out there that its just easiest to say “I’m a content
by 7speter 2y ago
I think your comment kinda provides the reason why the term “content” is used; there are so many verticals out there that its just easiest to say “I’m a content creator.” From there, if the audience remains captive, you can explain that you make videos about sewing sweaters with embedded controllers for cats.
Also, don’t get me wrong, I’m pretty conflicted on the term. I just like to believe people are using it in good faith when they describe themselves, and don’t just see “content” as a means towards an end.
- jl6 2y agoIt makes perfect sense to use the word content where it’s a convenient abstraction. But humans don’t watch/read/play or fall in love with abstractions. The specifics matter.
- immibis 2y agoNot to the investor.
- ForHackernews 2y agoYou are not a gadget. Your life is not a vertical.
- 7speter 2y agoWhere did I say anyone is a vertical?
- red1reaper 2y agoSometimes I wish I was a gadget, then my life would be soo much easier.
- shiroiushi 2y agoI really hate the use of the word "consume" much more than the word "content" in this context.