Simon Willison on Technical Blogging
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- Blog / Newsletter2026-08-07 07:15:55Simon Willison on Technical Blogging
<p><strong><a href="https://writethatblog.substack.com/p/simon-willison-on-technical-blogging">Simon Willison on Technical Blogging</a></strong></p> I was interviewed by Cynthia Dunlop for her "Write that blog!" series back in January, but I just realized I never linked to the interview from my own blog!</p> <p>It includes my answers to the following questions:</p> <ul> <li>Why did you start blogging – and why do you continue?</li> <li>What has been the most surprising impact of blogging for you?</li> <li>What blog post are you most proud of and why?</li> <li>What post was the most difficult to write and how did you tackle it?</li> <li>Any lessons learned that you want to share with the community?</li> <li>Your advice for people just getting started with blogging?</li> <li>A few blogs that you particularly enjoy?</li> </ul> <p>I'll repeat my most important piece of advice here:</p> <blockquote> <p>My number one tip for blogging is to lower your standards! Aim to hit publish while you a