Welcome to My New Docusaurus-Powered Website
After years of running my personal site on WordPress, I've made the switch to Docusaurus and moved to a new domain: md.finnious.com. Here's why I made the change, what's different, and what you can expect going forward.
Why the Switch?
From WordPress to Docusaurus
WordPress served me well for years, but I found myself wanting something different:
- Faster performance - Static sites load incredibly quickly
- Better developer experience - Writing in Markdown feels natural
- Lower maintenance - No database, no security updates, no plugin conflicts
- Version control - My entire site lives in GitHub with full history
- Free hosting - GitHub Pages costs nothing and scales automatically
The Technology Stack
My new setup is beautifully simple:
- Docusaurus for the site framework
- GitHub for version control and content management
- GitHub Pages for hosting
- Markdown for all content
- React for any custom components I need
Total monthly cost: $0 (just my domain registration)
What's New
Simplified Structure
Instead of dozens of category pages and granular posts, I've organized everything around key themes:
- Journey of Hope - My cross-country cycling story
- Coffee Talk - Because good coffee deserves its own page
- Health & Fitness - My transformation story and ongoing journey
- Blog - Focused, high-quality posts on topics that matter
- Now - What I'm currently working on and thinking about
Better Content Organization
I've consolidated years of blog posts into focused, evergreen content. Instead of daily workout logs, you'll find comprehensive stories about my health journey. Instead of scattered thoughts, you'll find thoughtful posts that dive deep into topics.
Enhanced Performance
The site now loads instantly, works perfectly on mobile, and includes:
- Dark mode support
- Optimized images
- Clean typography
- Responsive design
- Fast search functionality
Content Migration Philosophy
What I Kept
- High-value personal stories (Journey of Hope, health transformation)
- Thoughtful insights on business, technology, and life
- Actionable advice that has stood the test of time
- Book recommendations and learning resources
What I Consolidated
- Multiple workout posts → Single health journey story
- Scattered coffee thoughts → Dedicated coffee page
- Various life updates → Organized blog posts and "Now" page
What I Left Behind
- Daily workout logs (too granular for most readers)
- Time-sensitive content that's no longer relevant
- Duplicate or similar posts
- Content that didn't align with my current focus
The Development Process
Building this site was a fun technical project:
- Analyzed my existing WordPress content to identify the best material
- Designed a new information architecture focused on user experience
- Set up Docusaurus with custom styling and components
- Migrated and improved content with better organization and writing
- Configured GitHub Actions for automatic deployment
- Set up custom domain and optimized for performance
The entire process taught me a lot about modern web development and reminded me why I enjoy building things.
What to Expect Going Forward
More Focused Content
Instead of posting frequently about everything, I'll write less often but with more depth:
- Personal stories that illustrate larger principles
- Business insights from running Creating Value LLC
- Technology perspectives especially around Web3 and AI
- Health and fitness updates from my ongoing journey
- Book recommendations and learning resources
Better Engagement
The new format encourages:
- Deeper reading with longer, more thoughtful posts
- Better organization so you can find relevant content easily
- Cleaner sharing with optimized social media integration
- Faster loading so you spend time reading, not waiting
Continued Evolution
This site will grow and improve over time:
- New content sections as my interests evolve
- Enhanced features and functionality
- Better organization based on reader feedback
- Integration with other tools and platforms
Technical Details for Fellow Developers
If you're interested in the technical implementation:
- Framework: Docusaurus v3
- Hosting: GitHub Pages with custom domain
- Deployment: GitHub Actions for automatic builds
- Styling: Custom CSS with modern utility classes
- Content: 100% Markdown with MDX for interactive elements
- Performance: Static site generation with optimized assets
The entire codebase is open source - reach out if you want to see how it's built!
Finding Content from the Old Site
If you're looking for something specific from finnious.com that you can't find here:
- Check the new organization - it might be consolidated into a larger story
- Use the search functionality to find relevant content
- Reach out to me on LinkedIn or Twitter
- Check the blog archive for migrated posts
What Stays the Same
While the technology has changed, my core focus remains:
- Sharing authentic personal stories about growth and challenges
- Providing practical insights from my entrepreneurial journey
- Building community around shared interests and values
- Uncovering my contribution to the world through writing and reflection
Thank You
Thanks to everyone who has followed my writing over the years. Whether you're a long-time reader or discovering my content for the first time, I'm grateful for your attention and engagement.
This new site represents a fresh start with better organization, improved performance, and more focused content. I'm excited to see where it goes from here.
Connect and Explore
- Start with my story: Read about the Journey of Hope
- Join the coffee conversation: Check out Coffee Talk
- Follow my current projects: See what I'm up to Now
- Read my thoughts: Explore the Blog for deeper insights
- Stay connected: Find me on LinkedIn and Twitter
Welcome to md.finnious.com. Let's build something great together.
What do you think of the new site? I'd love to hear your feedback and suggestions for future content!