Cool Web stuff

So, I am still nowhere near done with my final paper (haven't started yet), but in my avoidance of the dreaded review, I have come across some really cool things on the Web. For our last portal assignment, I did the NetVibes thing, but just wasn't thrilled with the result. So, with procrastination in mind, I went ahead and created my own portal in Nvu and found some neat stuff.

First, Ning. Although I am not exactly sure what a "social app" is, I found out I can make my own and share them! Being a booknerd, I, of course, created my own Bookshelf. I can add books to my "shelf," review them, tag them, rate them, whatever. And see what else others have on their shelves, and share my shelf with anyone. But Ning offers hundreds of other social apps that allow you to create your own site for specific things. It's not just about books. You should try it out. Here's my bookshelf: http://carawoodsbookshelf.ning.com/

I am happy to be done with my final portal assignment. I was even able to add some feeds at the bottom of the page, although it makes it load kind of slow. And I am no longer happy with the color scheme, but if I even go there it will be taking procrastination of the final review to new heights. Make me stop tweaking my site and get to the stinkin' books!

Here it is: http://www.pitt.edu/~ccw8/portal.htm

Oh, that reminds me, also check out RedLightGreen ... a great resource for librarians!