Change Quote by Tim Berners-Lee
“Cool URIs don't change”
About This Quote
Source Technical Specification: URI Guidelines, 1995
Uniform Resource Identifiers should remain stable to ensure reliable linking and reference.
In simple terms: URIs should stay constant.
Key Takeaway
Design persistent web addresses.
Themes
web architecture
stability
design
Mood
practical
technical
Type
guideline
educational
When to use this quote
- website development
- digital archiving
Key Concepts
resource identification
link integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you manage evolving content?
- What strategies ensure link longevity?
A Different Perspective
Changing URIs can break links and cause data loss.
