Obsidian Quartz

• When looking into publishing online a good place for me to start was with content taught to me in the CompTIA certificates.

  • Researching the LAMP stack
    • Linux: the operating system
    • Apache: The web server
    • MySQL: The database server
    • PHP: The programming language

  • This ended up raising more questions than it answered

• Obsidian is hugely customisable due to a massive liburary of user created addons

  • the main reason Obsidian has become my main note taking software of choice

• quartz is not actually a plugin, its a tool that was created to work well with Obsidian

  • any markdown notes can be used with quartz
    • markdown created with VS code for example

• quartz turns markdown into HTML

• technologys used

  • Node.js
  • NPM
  • NVM
  • git, github, github pages
  • terminal
  • VS Code
  • Obsidian

links

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6s6DT1yN4dw https://notes.nicolevanderhoeven.com/How+to+publish+Obsidian+notes+with+Quartz+on+GitHub+Pages https://quartz.jzhao.xyz/ https://docs.github.com/en https://docs.github.com/en/pages https://help.obsidian.md/Home

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You said:

list with decriptions all the different ways i could have my own website

ChatGPT said:

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There are several ways to create and manage your own website, depending on your needs, skills, and budget. Here’s a comprehensive list of the different approaches with descriptions:

1. Website Builders (No Code)

Website builders are user-friendly platforms that allow you to create a website without needing to write any code. They offer templates, drag-and-drop functionality, and various tools to customize your site.

• Examples: Wix, Squarespace, Weebly, Shopify (for eCommerce)
• Pros:
  • No coding required
  • Quick to set up
  • Templates and easy customization
  • Built-in hosting and maintenance
• Cons:
  • Less flexibility than custom-built sites
  • Limited design freedom
  • Subscription fees

2. Content Management Systems (CMS)

A CMS is software that allows you to manage your website’s content easily. You can install it on your hosting server and use themes and plugins to customize your site.

• Examples: WordPress, Joomla, Drupal
• Pros:
  • Flexible and scalable
  • Wide range of themes and plugins
  • Large user community and support
• Cons:
  • Requires some technical knowledge (installation, hosting, and maintenance)
  • Can become slow if not optimized
  • Security vulnerabilities if not updated regularly

3. E-commerce Platforms

If you’re looking to sell products online, e-commerce platforms are specifically designed for that purpose. They include features like shopping carts, product pages, payment gateways, and inventory management.

• Examples: Shopify, WooCommerce (WordPress plugin), BigCommerce, Magento
• Pros:
  • Tailored for online stores
  • Built-in tools for payments, shipping, and inventory management
  • Easy integration with payment systems like PayPal or Stripe
• Cons:
  • Monthly fees for platforms like Shopify
  • Limited flexibility compared to fully custom-built sites
  • May require additional plugins for specific features

4. Static Site Generators

Static site generators allow you to build a website by writing content in Markdown or HTML, then generating static files that can be hosted on a server. This is a good option for blogs, portfolios, or simple websites.

• Examples: Jekyll, Hugo, Gatsby, Next.js
• Pros:
  • Extremely fast performance (because the content is pre-built)
  • Full control over the website code
  • Can be integrated with modern development tools
• Cons:
  • Requires knowledge of coding (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
  • Limited dynamic functionality (e.g., no real-time content updates)
  • No built-in content management, requiring more technical effort

5. Custom-Built Websites (From Scratch)

A custom-built website is fully designed and developed from scratch, either by yourself or with the help of a developer. This approach provides the most control over design and functionality.

• Examples: Any website developed using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and backend technologies like PHP, Python (Django/Flask), Ruby (Rails), etc.
• Pros:
  • Full creative control and flexibility
  • Can be tailored exactly to your needs
  • No limitations imposed by third-party platforms
• Cons:
  • Requires coding skills or hiring a developer
  • Time-consuming and expensive
  • Ongoing maintenance and hosting management

6. Website Hosting with CMS or Code

You can choose to host your own website by selecting a hosting service and either installing a CMS or writing custom code. This approach gives you full control over your hosting and website setup.

• Examples: Bluehost, SiteGround, DigitalOcean, AWS (Amazon Web Services)
• Pros:
  • Full control over hosting environment and server
  • Flexibility to install any CMS or custom solution
  • Can scale easily as your site grows
• Cons:
  • Requires knowledge of web hosting, DNS, and server management
  • May need extra tools for security, backups, and performance optimization
  • Potentially more expensive than other methods

7. Blogging Platforms

If your website is primarily for blogging, there are platforms specifically designed for creating and managing blogs.

• Examples: WordPress.com, Blogger, Medium
• Pros:
  • Easy to set up and use
  • Built-in features for blogging (comments, RSS feeds)
  • Low cost or free options
• Cons:
  • Limited design and customization options
  • May display ads unless you pay for premium features
  • Less control over content compared to self-hosted solutions

8. Portfolio or Resume Websites

If you need a personal portfolio or resume site, there are specialized platforms and templates to showcase your work.

• Examples: Behance, Adobe Portfolio, Carbonmade, LinkedIn (personal page)
• Pros:
  • Designed specifically for showcasing your work or resume
  • Simple, attractive templates for creative professionals
  • Often integrated with social media or external portfolios
• Cons:
  • Limited customization options compared to other website methods
  • Can feel generic if using free templates
  • May have limitations on storage or features in free plans

9. Landing Pages

Landing page builders are specialized tools for creating a single-page website that is focused on one goal, such as lead generation, product promotion, or event registration.

• Examples: Unbounce, Leadpages, Instapage
• Pros:
  • Quick setup
  • Great for marketing campaigns and conversion optimization
  • Integrated with email marketing and CRM tools
• Cons:
  • Less suitable for full-featured websites
  • Typically more expensive than traditional website builders
  • Limited customization if using pre-made templates

10. Web Application Frameworks

For more complex websites or web apps that require dynamic content, user authentication, databases, and advanced interactivity, a web application framework can help you build from scratch.

• Examples: React, Angular, Vue.js (for frontend); Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails (for backend)
• Pros:
  • Highly flexible, with full control over functionality and design
  • Ideal for web applications or highly interactive websites
  • Can integrate complex features like databases, user login, etc.
• Cons:
  • Requires significant technical expertise
  • Can be time-consuming and complex to set up
  • Requires knowledge of both frontend and backend development

11. Headless CMS with Custom Frontend

A headless CMS allows you to separate the backend content management from the frontend display. You can then use modern frontend technologies (like React or Vue.js) to build the user interface.

• Examples: Strapi, Contentful, Sanity, Prismic
• Pros:
  • Flexibility in designing the frontend
  • Great for large websites or apps with multiple channels (e.g., mobile apps, different websites)
  • Scalable and future-proof
• Cons:
  • Requires both backend and frontend development skills
  • More complex than traditional CMS platforms
  • Can incur additional costs for content storage and delivery

12. Progressive Web Apps (PWAs)

A PWA is a type of website that behaves like an app on mobile devices. It offers features like offline access, push notifications, and fast loading, making it a good option for high-performance websites.

• Examples: Custom-built PWAs using tools like React, Angular, or Vue
• Pros:
  • App-like experience on mobile
  • Can work offline
  • Push notifications and other advanced features
• Cons:
  • Requires development skills (frontend and backend)
  • More complex than standard websites
  • Limited support across browsers compared to traditional websites

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Summary

• No-code/drag-and-drop: Website builders (Wix, Squarespace), e-commerce platforms (Shopify), blogging platforms (WordPress.com)
• Coding required: CMS (WordPress), custom-built sites, static site generators (Jekyll), web application frameworks (React, Django)
• Specialized: Portfolio sites (Adobe Portfolio), landing pages (Unbounce), PWAs
• For e-commerce: Shopify, WooCommerce, BigCommerce
• Hosting: Shared hosting (Bluehost), cloud hosting (AWS), self-hosting with a CMS

Choosing the right approach depends on your project’s complexity, your technical skill level, and whether you need long-term scalability or a simple personal website.

You said:

tie the last answer in with how the LAMP stack ties in

ChatGPT said:

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The LAMP stack is a popular open-source software stack used to build dynamic websites and web applications. It consists of four main components:

• L: Linux (operating system)
• A: Apache (web server)
• M: MySQL/MariaDB (database management system)
• P: PHP (programming language)

Now, let’s tie the LAMP stack into the different website creation methods mentioned earlier:

1. Website Builders (No Code)

Website builders like Wix, Squarespace, or Weebly are generally not based on the LAMP stack. These platforms provide hosting and a built-in content management system (CMS), but they do not require you to directly interact with technologies like Linux, Apache, MySQL, or PHP.

• LAMP relevance: None, as website builders handle the stack internally and abstract away these technical details.

2. Content Management Systems (CMS)

Content management systems like WordPress, Joomla, or Drupal are often run on a LAMP stack.

• WordPress is a perfect example of how the LAMP stack works together:
  • Linux as the operating system
  • Apache as the web server
  • MySQL/MariaDB to store WordPress site data (posts, pages, users, etc.)
  • PHP is the language that powers WordPress
• LAMP relevance: LAMP is the foundational technology behind many self-hosted CMSs, especially WordPress, which is the most popular CMS globally.

3. E-commerce Platforms

Platforms like WooCommerce (a WordPress plugin), Magento, and PrestaShop can also be set up on the LAMP stack, especially if you’re hosting them on a custom server.

• WooCommerce (running on WordPress) uses PHP for the backend, MySQL for the database, and is often served via Apache on a Linux server.
• LAMP relevance: E-commerce platforms like WooCommerce, Magento, or PrestaShop can be easily deployed on a LAMP stack.

4. Static Site Generators

Static site generators like Jekyll, Hugo, or Gatsby are typically used to create fast, static websites. These sites are often hosted on platforms like GitHub Pages, Netlify, or other static hosting providers that don’t require a server-side stack like LAMP.

• LAMP relevance: Static sites generally don’t require a dynamic backend or a LAMP stack to serve content since the sites are pre-built into static HTML files. However, for custom static site deployment (e.g., on a VPS), you could still use Apache to serve the static content, and the server could run on a Linux system, but there’s no need for PHP or MySQL.

5. Custom-Built Websites (From Scratch)

If you’re building a website from scratch, you can use the LAMP stack to build a dynamic, data-driven site. For example:

• PHP can be used to write the backend logic.

• MySQL stores your data (like user info, content, or products).

• Apache serves the site, and Linux is the operating system for your server.

• LAMP relevance: This is a core use case for the LAMP stack. You’d directly use all components to develop a dynamic website that interacts with a database.

6. Website Hosting with CMS or Code

When you choose to host a website on a platform like Bluehost, SiteGround, or DigitalOcean, you can install a CMS like WordPress, Joomla, or Drupal, which typically runs on a LAMP stack. You have the option to either use the stack for a CMS or to build your own custom solution.

• LAMP relevance: The LAMP stack provides the server environment for hosting CMS-based websites or custom-coded sites. For example, WordPress running on Apache (web server), MySQL (database), and PHP (backend logic).

7. Blogging Platforms

Platforms like WordPress.com and Blogger do not use the LAMP stack directly because they are managed services. However, self-hosted WordPress (on a server you control) would utilize the LAMP stack.

• LAMP relevance: Self-hosted WordPress is a direct use case for the LAMP stack. Blogger, however, is a fully managed platform that abstracts away server-side technologies.

8. Portfolio or Resume Websites

If you’re building a simple portfolio or resume website, you may use a static website generator or a CMS like WordPress. If using WordPress, it would run on a LAMP stack.

• LAMP relevance: WordPress (if used for portfolios) typically runs on a LAMP stack, but static portfolio sites don’t require a backend stack like LAMP.

9. Landing Pages

Landing page builders like Unbounce or Instapage are typically managed services and do not use the LAMP stack. However, if you were to build a custom landing page from scratch, you could deploy it on a Linux server with Apache and use PHP for any dynamic functionality and MySQL for data storage (e.g., form submissions, user data).

• LAMP relevance: If you build a custom landing page with dynamic features like form submissions, the LAMP stack can handle the backend processing, data storage, and web serving.

10. Web Application Frameworks

Frameworks like Django (Python), Rails (Ruby), or Node.js (JavaScript) are not typically part of the LAMP stack, but PHP-based frameworks like Laravel or Symfony are part of the LAMP ecosystem.

• LAMP relevance: If you use PHP frameworks like Laravel or Symfony for building web applications, the LAMP stack is directly involved. You’ll have Linux as your OS, Apache to serve the app, MySQL for data storage, and PHP for backend logic.

11. Headless CMS with Custom Frontend

Headless CMS platforms like Contentful or Strapi decouple the backend from the frontend, but the LAMP stack can still play a role in hosting the frontend or serving API calls. For instance, a React or Vue.js frontend might query data from a headless CMS and display it, while the backend (API) might be hosted on a PHP-based server using Apache and MySQL.

• LAMP relevance: The LAMP stack could be used to power the backend (API server) while the frontend is handled by JavaScript frameworks. For example, a custom PHP backend with Apache could deliver API data to a modern frontend, all running on Linux.

12. Progressive Web Apps (PWAs)

Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) are usually built with modern frontend JavaScript frameworks like React or Angular, but they can still be served from a LAMP stack. The server can use PHP for backend logic and MySQL for storing app data, while the frontend can be a PWA served through Apache on Linux.

• LAMP relevance: While the frontend of a PWA doesn’t directly rely on the LAMP stack, the LAMP stack could still be used to serve the app and manage its backend, especially for user authentication, data storage, and API requests.

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In Summary:

The LAMP stack is foundational for creating dynamic, data-driven websites, and it works well for custom-built websites, CMS platforms like WordPress, e-commerce platforms (WooCommerce), and PHP-based web applications. For static sites, PWAs, and managed platforms like website builders, you wouldn’t typically need a LAMP stack. However, LAMP remains a critical choice for self-hosted sites or any website needing a dynamic backend.

You said:

now condense the above answer into a short summery

ChatGPT said:

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The LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) is commonly used to build dynamic websites and web applications. It’s ideal for self-hosted CMS platforms like WordPress, e-commerce sites (e.g., WooCommerce), custom-built websites, and PHP frameworks (e.g., Laravel, Symfony). It’s also used for blogging platforms, landing pages, and web applications where backend processing and data storage are required.

However, for static sites (e.g., built with static site generators like Jekyll or Hugo), portfolio sites, and platforms like website builders (Wix, Squarespace), the LAMP stack is not needed. Additionally, headless CMS or PWAs can still rely on a LAMP backend for data management and server-side functionality.

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