James Ebentier

Writing

Editorial Guidelines

Note vs. Deep Dive

Note Deep Dive
Length Short (~< 500 words) Long-form (~1,000+ words)
Purpose A single thought, reaction, TIL, or link + commentary A worked-through system, argument, or lesson that teaches a reusable mental model
Cadence Frequent, low ceremony Infrequent, high polish
Artifacts Optional Usually code, diagrams, or worked examples
Role Keeps the site alive, shows personality The credibility engine for fractional work

Heuristic: If it teaches a reusable mental model or walks through a system, it's a Deep Dive. If it's a thought, reaction, or TIL, it's a Note. When in doubt, it's a Note — Notes can graduate into Deep Dives.

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