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Very interesting read. I didn't know much about the story behind Instagram, why it was created and how this related exactly to celebrities and businesses and what is their role on this platform.

It is very insightful and it reads easily. I recommend it

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Sarah Frier takes us through an illuminating journey of the history of Instagram where we learn about the beginnings of this ever-evolving app, its acquisition by Facebook and how its original creators left.

This was quite a long read which I initially found intimidating for a non-fiction book, but Frier's ability to weave this into a Silicon Valley story of initial blunder to raging success and Instagram becoming an entity of its own where successes have been made but has also been a source of immense controversy. The book will feel a little out of date towards the end as so much change has occurred with the app since the book was published, but I expect a second and third edition to it with more detail about the latest Instagram updates.

I found No Filter an enlightening read and learned so much about the app's humble origins including very pure intentions from the creators. 2009, when Instagram first began, feels like an age ago but reading about its journey up till now is important for every creator account on here.

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An eye opening read, even for someone that works in the industry. Loved it and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it.

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Such a great book!! I saw this on Instagram and needed a copy. Really enjoyed this one! This one should definitely be on your tbr and it’s also perfect for dipping in and out!

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4.5/5

Story of birth of Instagram, its growth to being a part of pop-culture, its acquisition by Facebook and the fallout... Very well written, paced well and in an interesting manner.
I do feel some portions might have been glossed over. Yet it makes a good read.

You'd like this if you like: Technology, Social media, books about Companies and Corporate Culture, Bad Blood by John Carreyrou

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Loved this book. Really interesting and brilliantly read. Lots to take away about technology and leadership. A compelling story too!

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