Content Typing
Overview
Content types assign structural roles to modular pieces. They define scope, clarify expectations, and guide how content interrelates and evolves across the system.
Typing supports reuse, recursive development, and layered linking. It enables content to grow iteratively while maintaining coherence and clarity.
Type Definitions
The following types illustrate common roles within modular publishing systems.
| Content Type | Scope | Notes |
|---|---|---|
note | A single thought or observation | Informal; may seed future entries or expansions |
log | Time-bound reflection or record | Captures snapshots of progress, rhythm, or change |
essay | Structured exploration | Synthesizes ideas or experiences into an argument |
concept | Reusable abstract idea | Defines core mental models or symbolic anchors |
method | Repeatable process or structure | Encodes practical steps or interpretive logic |
reference | Neutral summary or glossary | Provides external context or shared vocabulary |
pattern | Recurring structure or motif | Highlights structural insight across contexts |
framework | Higher-order organizing model | Connects, categorizes, or contextualizes other types |
Types are modular by design. Their distinctions help the system remain adaptable, legible, and capable of supporting recursive relationships over time.
Some content types, especially note, pattern, or framework, may carry more ambiguity or symbolic weight. Others, like reference or method, favor precision. This range allows both clear structure and interpretive depth to coexist.
Related Concepts
- Modular Content — types support modular reuse
- Recursive Structure — types layer and loop recursively across entries