Fridaygram: Chrome Jams, distant stars, building footprints

JAM with Chrome is a web app experiment that allows users to play music collaboratively in real time using 19 different instruments, including drums, guitars, and keyboards, with the option to use keyboard shortcuts to simulate playing. After enjoying the musical experience, users can delve into the app's design and technology through an available case study, potentially inspiring them to create their own web app or pursue a musical career. Meanwhile, scientists have utilized the Fermi Large Area Telescope to analyze light from every star that has ever existed, dating back over 13 billion years, offering profound insights into the universe. On a more terrestrial note, Google Maps has enhanced its service by adding over 25 million new building footprints to its desktop and mobile versions, enriching the user experience with more detailed maps. This Fridaygram, a playful diversion from usual content, celebrates these intriguing developments, from music-making technology to cosmic discoveries and improved digital mapping.