The article discusses the history and ethos of the 'digital garden' - a newly revived philosophy for publishing personal knowledge on the web that differs from the traditional personal blog format

The article discusses the history and ethos of the 'digital garden' - a newly revived philosophy for publishing personal knowledge on the web that differs from the traditional personal blog format. It traces the origins of the term 'digital garden' back to the early days of hypertext, and outlines six key patterns that characterize the digital gardening approach, including a focus on topography over timelines, continuous growth, and independent ownership.