Phenotropics, or Phenotropic Computing
A year ago today, I read an interview with Jaron Lanier, in which he mentioned “phenotropics,” or “phenotropic computing.” Essentially, he questioned the idea of “protocol adherence” in software development. (Found via Matt Webb.)
I didn’t remember this, so I googled around a little. I couldn’t find anything recent, but there were a couple of links to essays and other interviews on Lanier’s website (scroll down to “Questioning the centrality of protocols in software…”).