I’m currently building a browser-based static site generator that produces clean, simple code. But it does more than that.

Alongside the generated HTML, sites also publish their public configuration and source files, meaning they can be viewed in more than just a browser, for example in a CLI or accessibility device.

The client interface is also more than a CMS - you’ll be able to follow other sites, subscribing to updates, and build a network rather like a webring. The idea is to provide human-powered discovery and community tools. The reach may be less than if algorithmic, but it’s designed for genuine connection, not virality.

As the client is smart but sites are simple, sites can be hosted on anything, from the cheapest shared host up.

I’d be happy to talk further if that’s interesting in any way.