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Decentered S1E7: The Joy of Micro.Blog with Manton Reece

Apr 5, 2024
IndieWeb developer Manton Reece discusses building a federated microblogging platform. Topics include JSON Feed integration, migration from Substack, diverse platform features, pricing plans, Fediverse growth, open APIs, and online data ownership.
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  • Manton Reece created Micro.blog as an alternative to traditional social media platforms like Twitter, emphasizing user control and ownership.
  • Micro.blog's integration of JSON Feed technology promotes open APIs and formats, prioritizing compatibility and user-friendliness in the Fediverse.

Deep dives

Manton Rees' Journey in Developing Micro.blog

Manton Rees discusses his journey from being a long-time Mac developer to developing for the social web. Frustrated with social media platforms like Twitter, he turned to his blog, leading to the creation of Micro.blog. His successful Kickstarter campaign in 2017 raised over $85,000, enabling him to further develop the platform, release a book, and navigate the changing landscape of the social web.

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