The document tells the story of xAPI, describing both Dreamers who envisioned its possibilities and Pragmatists who focused on real-world implementation challenges. It references key aspects of xAPI like the LRS, conformance, certification, security, and best practices. However, the story is left unfinished, with an indication that more will be continued later.

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Andy Whitaker
andy.whitaker@rusticisoftware.com | @tincandy
Dreamers and Pragmatists: the story of xAPI

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WARNING:
As with any good story, some bits may have been embellished for effect.

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Some of our better looking Pragmatists

5. The Dreamers

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This is my head up in the dreamy clouds that are xAPI design work

8. Frustration
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9. Does your application support xAPI?
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It’s Complicated.

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LRS
Conformance
Activity Provider
Conformance
xAPI
Certification
Security &
Data Privacy
xAPI
Best PracticesxAPI Registry

12. The story of:
…to be continued…
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andy.whitaker@rusticisoftware.com | @tincandy