After 17 years, the blog ribbonfarm is officially retiring, marking the end of an era in the blogosphere. The decision has been brewing for years, not influenced by recent minor civil wars in the WordPress ecosystem. The emergence of the cozyweb era, replacing public social media, is seen as a product of higher interest rates and paid distribution. The author’s transition to Substack reflects the shift towards a chamber music style of writing, emphasizing earnestness and gravitas. The blog’s evolution into a private Roam-like notebook mirrors the changing landscape of online content creation. The legacy of ribbonfarm is intertwined with the broader narrative of civilization, spanning from the Global Financial Crisis to the 2024 US Presidential election.
https://www.ribbonfarm.com/2024/10/10/ribbonfarm-is-retiring/