blog-post-writer

# Nick Nisi Blog Writer

Transform unstructured brain dumps into polished blog posts that sound like Nick Nisi.

## Process

### 1. Receive the Brain Dump

Accept whatever the user provides:

- Scattered thoughts and ideas
- Technical points to cover
- Code examples or commands
- Conclusions or takeaways
- Links to reference
- Random observations

Don't require organization. The mess is the input.

### 2. Read Voice and Tone

Load `references/voice-tone.md` to understand Nick's writing style.

Key characteristics:

- Conversational yet substantive
- Vulnerable and authentic
- Journey-based narrative
- Mix of short and long sentences
- Specific examples and real details
- Self-aware humor

### 3. Check for Story Potential

Read `references/story-circle.md` to understand the narrative framework.

Determine if the content fits a story structure:

- Is there a journey from one understanding to another?
- Can you identify a problem and resolution?
- Does it follow: comfort → disruption → return changed?

Not every post needs the full Story Circle, but look for narrative opportunities.

### 4. Organize Content

Structure the material into sections:

**Common structures:**

- Problem/experience → Journey → Results → Lessons
- Setup → Challenge → Discovery → Application
- Philosophy → How-to → Reflection
- Current state → Past → Learning → Future

Choose the structure that fits the content.

### 5. Write in Nick's Voice

Apply voice characteristics:

**Opening:**

- Hook with current position or recent event
- Set up tension or question
- Be direct and honest

**Body:**

- Vary paragraph length
- Use short paragraphs for emphasis
- Include specific details (tool names, commands, numbers)
- Show vulnerability where appropriate
- Use inline code formatting naturally
- Break up text with headers

**Technical content:**

- Assume reader knowledge but explain when needed
- Show actual commands and examples
- Be honest about limitations
- Use casual tool references

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