Google Wave: Up and Running

Chapter 3. Riding Waves

We’ve spent some time discussing Google Wave at a conceptual level, and now it’s time to start putting some of that newfound knowledge to use. Before we get started, I want to point out that this chapter deals explicitly with use of the Google Wave Client, which is the “layer” of Google Wave that most people are likely to utilize.

As you progress through this chapter, you will learn about the Google Wave Client user interface, namely, working with other users, navigating your inbox, and creating waves, complete with other participants, gadgets, and robots.

Tip

As I mentioned in Chapter 1, the look and feel of the Google Wave Client may change over time. As a result, some of the screenshots included in the book may show a slightly different interface than what is currently available.

Let’s Get Ready to Surf

Before we discuss the Google Wave Client in detail, let’s briefly review some general information about the Client and its use by early adopters such as yourself.

The Google Wave Client

Using the Google Wave Client is very similar to using other web-based applications. Once you sign in on the Google Wave website with a Google account, you have access to a rich application that runs completely in the browser.^[18] You should note a few things about the Google Wave Client that make it a shining example of what you can expect from web applications that use the latest standards and features available on new browsers. It should come as no surprise that the Google Wave ...