From Newsgroup: comp.lang.python
John Bokma <
contact@johnbokma.com> wrote or quoted:
I just released version 5.5.0 of tumblelog, a static microblog generator >which generates HTML5, an RSS feed, a JSON feed and optionally tag pages >from a single Markdown file with additional directives.
Key terms explained
static microblog generator
A program that converts markdown posts into a ready-to-publish
set of static HTML files, often along with supporting assets
(CSS, JS). It typically runs locally or in a build pipeline
and does not rely on a running database or server-side code
for rendering each page at request time.
microblog
A microblog is a lightweight, quickly publishable form of posting,
typically shorter and more frequent than traditional blog posts,
often focused on real-time or near-real-time updates. It sits
on a platform that emphasizes short messages, rapid interactions,
and easy sharing, rather than long-form essays.
RSS feed
A standardized XML document that lists recent posts with
metadata (title, link, date, description). It lets RSS readers
automatically fetch and display new content from a site.
JSON feed
An alternative to RSS using JSON format. It’s designed
to be easier to parse in modern apps and often used by
microblogs; it may include fields for post content, author,
timestamps, and can incorporate custom fields.
tag pages
Pages generated to collect and display posts associated with
a specific tag or topic. They typically list all posts tagged
with that tag and may include a tag cloud or navigation aids.
Additional context
These generators aim to simplify publishing by producing a
self-contained site from a single source file or a small set of
source files, enabling fast, dependency-free hosting and easy
offline rendering. Examples and discussions of similar tools and
concepts are found in various community resources and project pages.
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