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10 Sep, 7 tweets, 3 min read
1/ Over last 2 weeks been playing with @craftdocsapp while working on my newest @obsdmd plugin. For all you #roamans, it is Roam42 workBench, but tailored to Obsidian. I am calling it Text Transporter (for you Star Trek fans) since there is already a plugin with workbench name.
2/ anyhow @craftdocsapp is beautiful. For those looking for excellent block centric authoring with export MD support, this is amazing.

Some of my #roaman friends (@beauhaan) preach the gospel of Blocks. And I agree, blocks are the best unit for work. Craft supports them natively
3/ While Craft is amazing, I still can't see it's future. It is a little between Roam and Obsidian, but not a totally fair comparison. It is simpler and easier to learn. Uses more standard UX metaphors, which makes it a snap to learn.
4/ I have been told they are working on an API, which is fundamental to its future. Any PKM too with out an API is simply notepad with fancy window dressing.

Craft would be an excellent companion for the totally righteous @readwiseio service.
5/ So while craft is a solid block based authoring tool, I am hoping it is more than just another Apple centric writing tool. My Spidey senses say its a contender, but it is still early to call.
6/ Craft has some amazing publishing features, for making your writings available to the general public, and also displays content to the public in a beautiful way. However the publishing feature lacks search and even basic customization.
7/ So I am pro Craft, but with this warning:

Until we see extensibility from Craft, my use will be limited. While my view is debated by others, I see PKM as being complex, and w need advanced features from these tools to solve modern complex problems.

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22 Aug
1/ Tools for Thought (TfT) are by their nature complex beasts.

Complex things require deep thinking and hard work.

Embrace the complexity, rejoice in the complexity. Then you will be constantly rewarded.

We have to put in the effort for the returns. No shortcuts.

#TfT
2/ The word "Complex" sounds negative, but is not.

TfT tools enable new possibilities, but they require effort and commitment.

Is is not just about learning new software & features, but learning new things about ourselves.

We are the tool of thought, software is the helper.
3/ TfT tools are complex because we have to make changes to ourselves - the way we think, process & use knowledge. We have to be willing to invest time, energy & in some cases money to learn new techniques, processes & workflows.

We become the algorithm (or set of algorithms)
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15 Aug
1/ Block References in @obsdmd

There are two falsehoods about Block References that I want to cover in today’s tweet rant:

Falsehood 1: @RoamResearch invented the block ref

Falsehood 2: Obsidian doesn’t have block refs

Strap in, it’s going to be a crazy ride

#obsidianmd
2/ Falsehood 1: Roam invented Block References

In 1980, @TheTedNelson in one of his books coined the phrase transclusion and even demonstrated it in his own Xanadu Project. Transclusion says you have a single document assembled dynamically from separate sources.
3/ It is good to educate yourself on the transclusion as it helps you better understand the goal of block refs. I suggest this Wikipedia article. It’s not a new idea, the concept of compound documents have been around for a long time.

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transclus…
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13 Aug
The Opinionated Short Guide for Switching from Roam to Obsidian

1/ Many have asked for advice on making the switch. While there is no "one size fits all" approach, I will share some practical tips that should help you.

Other switchers - feel free to hop in with your advice
2/ -- Give yourself time --

Over time, we build complex workflows & techniques in a Tool for Thought like Roam. There is no button to instantly transfer you to a new tool. You need to give yourself time to make the transition. Some say 2 to 3 weeks, I gave myself 2 to 3 months.
3/ -- Export from Roam using Flat Markdown --

Export your Roam graph to flat markdown files using the export tool in the menu. This will give you a zip with all your pages in Roam, in markdown format and with all block refs resolved to pure text.
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5 Aug
1/ I submitted my 1st plugin to Obsidian for review. The process is nice. Not only is the dev experience good & support via the forums helpful, but the process of submitting a plugin makes you feel confident in @obsdmd leadership.

Here is the feedback I got with needed fixes
2/ You develop your plugin and then you submit it to review. Obsidian tests the plugin and then does a code review. The review is looking for a number of things that will improve the quality, reliability and secure usage of the plugin.
3/ First they make sure you are consistent with their User Interface features. This makes sure the user experience is standardized.
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29 Jul
1/ Today I highlight THREE factors that make this old RoamHacker, now TfTHacker, more confident about @obsdmd future.

Three factors that show a bright future for the “Shiny tool” called Obsidian:

- Community

- WYSIWYG

- Plugins development
2/ COMMUNITY: what is community? Simple, it is a place where you can give and get help, feel welcome and enjoy the experience.

Almost 3 months ago I tweeted on the Obsidian Community and I can only say it is all still 100% valid.

Come for the tool, stay for the community.
3/ WYSIWYG - a big issue for some new users to Obsidian is working with text Markdown documents and the preview mode.

This problem will be solved in the near future. Work is under way to bring WYSIWYG editing experience to Obsidian.

This will reduce the entry barrier for some.
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25 Jul
1/ Hi folks, today I changed my twitter handle to @TfTHacker. Basically using Roam less than other tools and my bias is toward being tool neutral. So going to be discussing many tools and their benefits and not just Roam, also @obsdmd, @rem_note, @logseq.
2/ For those who have followed me because of Roam, I won’t be offended if you unfollow. Though I intend to continue to tweet on Tools for thought and PKM, including Roam. Someone has to keep them honest - assignment accepted.
3/ In my book, Roam is 2020, lots of other options out there worth exploring as they are delivering features we need today not some focus on 2060 or 2070 (40 or 50 year vision?)

I live in reality, your welcome to join me if you like.
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