feb 24, 2023
🔗 Markdown is the paper of the web
The Markdown philosophy states that it's always been a format intended to be easy to write and read, specifically intended for publishing on the web. One of the greatest feature becoming more apparent after seeing the rise and fall of web-publishing services is its portability.
The AlphaSmart, or the way I see proprietary publishing platforms
If one picks a platform for its conveniences, it is almost as if they were committing to always use a dedicated machine for their writing, and with the many conveniences, might also come limitations. Batteries can run out, or it might just break down.
Markdown files are like a pile of paper sheets where I can sketch, jot down drafts, but at the end of the day I will be always be able to carry them with me.