•What is WCode?
A system to communicate digital information using only simple words.
Below, each symbolize the same data; The bottom one: words enclosed by slashes, is the equivalent WCode
one two three four five six
1 2 3 4 5 6
\ cat apple mango tomato /
Unlike barcodes, instead of geometrical figures like bars and blocks, WCode is made of literal words.
•Where can it be used?
WCode is to be used when a human needs to relay very short data from one computer to another manually.
Like when exchanging email addresses, mobile numbers or GPS co-coordinates by speech or writing
•Why should it be used?
Comparatively, WCodes are:
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shorter – meaning lesser number of words. Since 1 when spoken, is again a word: ‘ONE’
As in the example above:OriginalWCode– 6 digits– 4 nouns123456CatAppleMango Tomato -
simpler – thus unambiguous and easier to communicate and memorize
Digits and symbols like : 1, @, _ are replaced with common words.
Even complex datasets like : 27°59'17'N 86°55'31'E get transformed to a bunch of simple words.
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safer – ensures accuracy and privacy
The chances of making a mistake are reduced.
Additionally checksum and encryption are supported.
•How to use it?
- In the WCode app select the data mode
- Enter your mobile number and generate the corresponding unique WCode
Data:9812345670►cat apple mango
- On the receiver's app, select the code mode
- Enter the WCode that was generated earlier and decode
Code:cat apple mango►9812345670
– Voilà ! your number is back.