Khürt argues that the indieweb should focus on individual empowerment rather than being defined by its adversaries, critiquing the decontextualization of its principles.
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The post argues against political neutrality in discussions about controversial topics, highlighting the dangers of detachment in the face of rising fascism.
6.4On not choosing nice versions of AI
2025-11-29 • technology ethics firefox critique ai
The text critiques the normalization of AI technology, particularly in the context of Mozilla's integration of 'safe' AI into Firefox. It argues that such moves are superficial and fail to address the deeper societal harms associa...
Opposing technology, particularly AI, is rational given its historical misuse and the need to challenge the narrative of inevitable progress.
The author reflects on the evolution of the internet since 2008, highlighting the increasing dangers associated with online expression, such as doxxing and the commodification of information. They discuss the risks of sharing pers...
The post examines the ethical implications of using LLMs, arguing that objections should focus on their applications rather than their origins, while critiquing purity culture in technology discussions.
5.6Excavating Blogger
2026-01-19 • blogging indie web journalism academia
The indieweb should embrace diverse voices from journalists and academics, moving beyond personal blogs to enrich its content and community.
The future of the indieweb hinges on fostering independent, collective publishing to counteract the threats posed by corporate platforms like Substack.
The IndieWeb serves as a vital alternative to corporate platforms, advocating for professional writers to publish independently and collaboratively beyond individualistic approaches.
The IndieWeb is evolving to address modern challenges posed by corporate platforms, advocating for personal ownership and community-driven publishing.
Pablo discusses the challenges of joining the indieweb, emphasizing the need for user-friendly software tools for self-hosting and website ownership. He critiques the technical barriers that platforms like Substack and Medium elim...
The author discusses their decision to temporarily 'hibernate' their blog, removing links and posts to limit discoverability. They reflect on the implications of having a unique name that makes them easily findable online, contras...
The post discusses the importance of self-hosting and publishing one's thoughts independently, especially in the context of rising authoritarianism and the alignment of major social media platforms with oppressive regimes. It outl...
The post argues for maintaining a clear distinction between personal websites and social media, while discussing the role of IndieWeb protocols like webmentions and POSSE.
5.1Minimum CSS
2026-01-24 • typography css website design best practices responsive design
A concise guide on the essential CSS needed for a readable blog, focusing on responsive design and typographic best practices.
The 'indieweb' represents independent creative work on the web, advocating for publishing outside major commercial platforms and promoting collective efforts.
The post examines how online book publishing via RSS can replicate the Victorian tradition of serialisation, offering a fresh model for modern storytelling.
The post discusses the decline of blog comments, attributing it to the shift from traditional blogging platforms like WordPress to static site generators (SSGs) such as Jekyll. The author reflects on the early positive experiences...
The post discusses the advantages of self-hosting versus using smaller indie web service providers like Pika and Bear. It emphasizes the importance of data portability, maintaining one's own domain, and the risks associated with c...
The article discusses the tone of online discussions, emphasizing the need for civility and nuance in debates. The author, Manu, argues that the 'good' side often stifles the 'bad' side's expression, which hinders progress. The pi...
The author discusses a problem encountered with Codeberg, specifically related to expired credentials when trying to push updates to a website hosted on the platform. After installing the elementary OS on an old Mac Mini to use as...
The author reflects on their experience of blogging during a mildly manic state, discussing the nature of their writing process, the concept of 'collective blogging,' and the challenges of maintaining originality and coherence in ...
4.3Gone underground
2025-09-23 • blogging rss specification google branding hibernation
The author discusses putting their blog into 'hibernation mode' due to issues with Google linking their site to their personal name, which has led to complications with site navigation and visibility. They mention that certain pos...
The author reflects on their recent experiences of apologizing for a previous post and acknowledges the need for clearer communication and adherence to blogging ethics. They discuss the importance of maintaining a promise to reade...