The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source A guided tour through ID3 esoterica (Interview)
Sep 30, 2022
Lars Wikman, a software developer known for his open-source Elixir library for ID3 tags, dives into the complexities of ID3 tagging in this discussion. He explores the differences between ID3 versions and their historical impact on metadata management. Wikman highlights innovative monetization possibilities through commercial frames and the covert capabilities of ID3 tags. The conversation also covers deployment challenges for improving podcast experience, including the use of chapter markers and the future of personalized audio features.
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Early ID3 Experiences
- Lars Wikman's early ID3 experience involved fixing incorrect artist and title information in Winamp.
- Later, Winamp began supporting more ID3 fields, highlighting increasing tag complexity.
MP3 Discrepancies
- Early MP3 collections often contained inconsistencies, like variations in album titles.
- These discrepancies caused duplication issues in music players.
Local vs. Streaming
- Lars isn't a completionist and prefers owning music locally.
- He finds streaming services sometimes substitute incorrect versions or lack specific tracks.