Archive of Our Own (AO3) is nominated for a Hugo Award, celebrating its impressive fanfiction archive with nearly 5 million fanworks. What sets AO3 apart is its unique tagging system, known as tag wrangling, which blends the best of both laissez-faire and rigid tagging systems. Over 350 volunteer tag wranglers organize tags, ensuring users can easily find content without duplication or confusion. This human-centered approach is what makes AO3 stand out from other tech platforms, highlighting the power of community-driven projects. This nomination could bring well-deserved attention to AO3’s innovative approach to organizing fanworks.
https://www.wired.com/story/archive-of-our-own-fans-better-than-tech-organizing-information/