Instagram Lecture Notes

Overview

• Instagram is a popular social media platform primarily focused on photo and video sharing.

Key Features

• User Interaction: Users can like and comment on posts.
• Profiles: Users have profile pages similar to mini homepages.
• Posts: Content can include images, videos, and captions.

Content and Engagement

• Motivational Content: Common theme in posts includes motivation and inspiration.
  • Example hashtags: #semangathidup, #motivasidirisendiri, #motivasidiri.
  • Content is often sourced from other creators, such as @fellexandro and TikTok users.

User Engagement

• Interactions:
  • Comments include words of encouragement, agreements, and personal reflections (e.g., "Siappp", "Setujuuuu bangeetttt").
  • Users frequently tag friends, indicating community and shared interests.

Additional Features

• Audio and Reels: Instagram includes original audio features, enhancing creative expression.
• Navigation: Easy access to various sections such as login, sign-up, user profiles, and recent posts.

Business and Community

• Instagram is a part of Meta.
• It offers tools and support for business and creative community engagement.

Further Information

• Links to more information about Instagram's policies, such as Privacy, Terms, and API documentation.
• Meta's additional services and apps, including Threads and Instagram Lite.

Observations

• Engagement language and community reflection appear to be important aspects of Instagram culture.
• Instagram's integration with other social platforms enriches content diversity.