Dec 18, 20244 min readAITruistic Team

MVP Content? Minimal implementation

We can start out like this

Full Creative Control

When you self-host, you're not constrained by platform limitations. You can create unique, branded experiences that truly represent your vision.

Interactive Animations

Create engaging visual experiences that capture attention

Rich Media Integration

Embed videos, interactive demos, and custom components seamlessly into your content.

Unlike Medium or Substack, you can create fully custom interactive experiences.

Beautiful Code Blocks

Present technical content with syntax highlighting and custom styling that matches your brand.

my-article.tsx
// Just create ONE file in src/data/articles/
import { ArticleModule } from "@/types/article";

export const metadata = {
  slug: "my-article",
  title: "My Article Title",
  // ... other fields
};

export function Content() {
  return <div>Your content here!</div>;
}

export default { metadata, Content } as ArticleModule;

Pro Tip: With self-hosting, you can add copy buttons, line highlighting, and even live code execution.

Key Advantages

🎨

Complete Design Freedom

No template constraints. Build exactly what you envision.

Performance Optimized

Control every aspect of loading, caching, and optimization.

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Own Your Data

Full control over analytics, user data, and content distribution.

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No Platform Fees

Keep 100% of your revenue and avoid subscription costs.

Conclusion

While platforms like Medium and Substack offer convenience, self-hosting gives you the freedom to create truly unique experiences. With modern frameworks and tools, it's easier than ever to build, deploy, and maintain your own content platform.

The examples on this page—animations, interactive elements, custom code blocks—are just the beginning. When you control the entire stack, the only limit is your imagination.