The joy of a simple life without financial pressure
2024-09-08
Life can easily become a series of to-do lists and obligations, where the need to earn and spend seems to take centre stage. But when we let go of the pressure to constantly chase financial security, something remarkable happens. We discover a different kind of richness, a richness found in the quiet moments and the beauty of a simple life. [...]
SmolPHP: a lightweight PHP framework for the SmolWeb
2024-08-23
I need a tool that bridges the gap between modern web development needs and the minimalist, ethical principles of the SmolWeb. I imagine how this tool could help to create websites that are not only efficient and fast but also meaningful and accessible to all users. [...]
Finding flow in code: how to stay focused and productive
2024-08-22
When you're deep into a coding session, there's nothing quite like the feeling of everything clicking into place. You’re in the flow, completely absorbed in your work, with time slipping by unnoticed as you solve problems, write clean code, and see your project come to life. But getting into that state isn't always easy, especially with the constant distractions of modern life. [...]
Integrating diverse text formats into modern browsers
2024-08-04
As an advocate for the SmolWeb movement, I've been pondering ways to simplify web publishing while adhering to these principles. One promising idea is to enhance modern web browsers with the ability to render a broader range of text formats. Imagine if Firefox, Chrome, and their derivatives could render Markdown, AsciiDoc, reStructuredText, LaTeX, EPUB, and Gemtext as seamlessly as they handle PDFs. This could revolutionize the way we publish lightweight websites, making it as simple as dropping a textual file into a directory. [...]
Neo-Brutalism: a perfect fit for Smolweb sites
2024-07-19
Neo-Brutalism, a contemporary twist on the mid-20th-century Brutalist design movement, is known for its raw, utilitarian aesthetic combined with modern elements. Originating from post-war Europe, Brutalism emphasized functionality and the beauty of raw materials. Neo-Brutalism retains these principles while integrating contemporary design elements, making it a relevant and exciting approach for the modern web, particularly within the smolweb framework. [...]
The importance of following Smolweb guidelines
2024-07-17
The web is an ever-evolving space, constantly adapting to new technologies and user demands. Amid this evolution, the smolweb has emerged as a movement focused on creating a more efficient, sustainable, and user-friendly internet. The smolweb emphasizes simplicity, minimalism, and resource efficiency, offering a refreshing contrast to the often bloated and complex nature of modern web design. This blog post aims to underscore the importance of following smolweb guidelines, highlighting their benefits and providing practical advice for web designers looking to align their work with these principles. [...]