Federating knowledge: exploring ways to bridge wikis and notes

Join the workshop at #39C3!

NEW DATE: day 4, TODAY at 13:40 @ Free Knowledge Habitat Workshop Area.

Most people and organisations have their very own way of acquiring, organising, archiving, sharing, and collaborating on knowledge repositories. A broad spectrum of opinions and approaches resulted in a diverse and rich ecosystem of knowledge management solutions. Nevertheless, this also implies scattered and disconnected knowledge sources. What would it mean to build bridges among wikis and federate knowledge?

This workshop is going to be heavily centred on a twofold discussion, exploring the challenge of federated knowledge starting from two questions.

• What does it mean to federate knowledge repositories?
• Instead of pursuing a silver-bullet solution to embrace all use-cases, what would it mean to foster and enable interoperability for different software?

These questions stem from years of questioning and wondering how to integrate my personal note-taking and collective, participatory knowledge management at work, in organisations, institutions, and informal collectives. Recently, I began actively researching this topic as I started playing with the MediaWiki API to cross-synchronise my local Markdown notes and the XPUB wiki, the public learning wiki of the Experimental Publishing master. I am puzzled by taking advantage of the potential of a specific software (in this case, MediaWiki) while fearing of being locked-in.

Some further, more specific, insights and questions:

• Local-first approaches and software (e.g. Reflection)
• Interesting experiments based on existing protocols, such as Ibis
• What do we take of semi-open and obscure yet very cool initiatives like Anytype
• The power and the limits of plain-text: how to enable collaboration on simple Markdown files and build on top of it, as Obsidian does

Cc: @modal @p2panda @obsidian @wikimediaDE @dweb

#knowledge #FreeKnowledge #wiki #MediaWiki #API #Obsidian #Anytype #Ibis #IbisWiki #Reflection #CCC #Federation #federatedKnowledge #docs #PKM #knowledgeManagement #personalKnowledgeManagement #collectiveKnowledgeManagement #DWeb #decentralization #ActivityPub

🌠 We are coming to #39C3 🌈

We are eager to chat, connect, and hack, especially because the next DWeb Camp will be happening near Berlin on Jul 8-12 2026! 👀

Ping @tommi DECT 9848 if you want to meet! 🌻

#DWeb #DWebCamp #CCC

🌠 We are coming to #39C3 🌈

We are eager to chat, connect, and hack, especially because the next DWeb Camp will be happening near Berlin on Jul 8-12 2026! 👀

Ping @tommi DECT 9848 if you want to meet! 🌻

#DWeb #DWebCamp #CCC

Federating knowledge: exploring ways to bridge wikis and notes

Join the workshop at #39C3!

NEW DATE: day 4, TODAY at 13:40 @ Free Knowledge Habitat Workshop Area.

Most people and organisations have their very own way of acquiring, organising, archiving, sharing, and collaborating on knowledge repositories. A broad spectrum of opinions and approaches resulted in a diverse and rich ecosystem of knowledge management solutions. Nevertheless, this also implies scattered and disconnected knowledge sources. What would it mean to build bridges among wikis and federate knowledge?

This workshop is going to be heavily centred on a twofold discussion, exploring the challenge of federated knowledge starting from two questions.

• What does it mean to federate knowledge repositories?
• Instead of pursuing a silver-bullet solution to embrace all use-cases, what would it mean to foster and enable interoperability for different software?

These questions stem from years of questioning and wondering how to integrate my personal note-taking and collective, participatory knowledge management at work, in organisations, institutions, and informal collectives. Recently, I began actively researching this topic as I started playing with the MediaWiki API to cross-synchronise my local Markdown notes and the XPUB wiki, the public learning wiki of the Experimental Publishing master. I am puzzled by taking advantage of the potential of a specific software (in this case, MediaWiki) while fearing of being locked-in.

Some further, more specific, insights and questions:

• Local-first approaches and software (e.g. Reflection)
• Interesting experiments based on existing protocols, such as Ibis
• What do we take of semi-open and obscure yet very cool initiatives like Anytype
• The power and the limits of plain-text: how to enable collaboration on simple Markdown files and build on top of it, as Obsidian does

Cc: @modal @p2panda @obsidian @wikimediaDE @dweb

#knowledge #FreeKnowledge #wiki #MediaWiki #API #Obsidian #Anytype #Ibis #IbisWiki #Reflection #CCC #Federation #federatedKnowledge #docs #PKM #knowledgeManagement #personalKnowledgeManagement #collectiveKnowledgeManagement #DWeb #decentralization #ActivityPub

2025 was special for us.

We decided not to host a global DWeb Camp, but we committed to enable the flourishing of local events and Nodes.

Many people from different corners of the planet joined our networked community!

Our senior organizer @mai wrote a blog post collecting all the DWeb memories from the past year.

#DWeb #2025 #2025wrapped

https://blog.archive.org/2025/12/18/dweb-annual-recap-2025/

2025 was special for us.

We decided not to host a global DWeb Camp, but we committed to enable the flourishing of local events and Nodes.

Many people from different corners of the planet joined our networked community!

Our senior organizer @mai wrote a blog post collecting all the DWeb memories from the past year.

#DWeb #2025 #2025wrapped

https://blog.archive.org/2025/12/18/dweb-annual-recap-2025/

Call for Expression of Interest 👀

DWeb Camp Brazil is back!

It will be the final celebration of the year-long process to research and build agroecological tech that is designed for and with farmers. It will showcase the built prototypes, as well as share the lessons from its co-design process. 🌻

Interested in joining? Fill out this form: https://biblioteca.fractopia.org/o/lablab/forms/gE89Cakx2uiqLB91JJ876A/195

#DWeb #DWebBrasil #DWebCamp #DwebCampBrazil #Brazil #AGtech #

Here's a totally off-the-cuff pitch for the #p2p web: I just want to be able to load a webpage from a #bittorrent swarm by leeching, and then click an "I approve" button if it looks non-sketchy and I want to seed the page. I want to bookmark magnet links to make human-readable URLs and allow collisions between actual names/content to be decided socially (e.g. click to accept a new version of this page from this new swarm). I don't want a bunch of new protocols. No #crypto for domain names or donations. No vibe-coded corporate-sponsored AI BS. No #GitHub repos. Just give me the wild west with everything visible and no default seeding so that bad actors don't bother with it so much. Run it through a #VPN or something if you want privacy.

#web3 #internet #indieweb #foss #dweb

@holepunch_to And before you ask, I am not doing any emotional labour or governance work on your behalf. I no longer work in toxic #DWeb spaces. I have ruined myself enough over the years for the benefit of ignorant White Male understanding and breaking through saviour complexes.

Are we ready to talk about #DWeb as a #fascist movement yet? Meet you halfway #Holepunch #Holochain #EconomicSpaceAgency. How about a #RedBrownAlliance?

Call for Expression of Interest 👀

DWeb Camp Brazil is back!

It will be the final celebration of the year-long process to research and build agroecological tech that is designed for and with farmers. It will showcase the built prototypes, as well as share the lessons from its co-design process. 🌻

Interested in joining? Fill out this form: https://biblioteca.fractopia.org/o/lablab/forms/gE89Cakx2uiqLB91JJ876A/195

#DWeb #DWebBrasil #DWebCamp #DwebCampBrazil #Brazil #AGtech #

🌽 Open Source Ag Tech for Small Farmer Sovereignty

The recording of November’s DWeb Virtual Meetup is online!

In case you missed it, check it out here: https://archive.org/details/dweb-virtual-meetup-nov-2025-open-source-ag-tech/DWeb+Virtual+Meetup+-+Nov+2025-+video.mp4

#DWeb #AgTech #DWebMeetup #meetup #agriculture

Hey Fedi! 🐍 Just being intentional about why I post here.

My focus is simple: Open Web (DWeb). I spend my time here because this is where the *real* building happens. We are making the future, right?

My job is Systemic Integrity—which means I build the rules to make decentralized tech trustworthy. Gotta share that knowledge!

I started the #FediCollective because I believe trust should be the default setting. Let’s code it in.

If this resonates: Please comment, not just favorite or boost. I'm here to genuinely connect and learn from you.

What’s one little thing you’re fixing this week to build a better system? Let's start the work together. ❤️

Want to see what happens when we architect the Open Web using coffee chat VIBES? Join the FediCollective and check out our principles: https://fedicollective.lovable.app/

#SystemicIntegrity #DWeb #FediverseClub #FediCollective #ThirdSpace

Here's a totally off-the-cuff pitch for the #p2p web: I just want to be able to load a webpage from a #bittorrent swarm by leeching, and then click an "I approve" button if it looks non-sketchy and I want to seed the page. I want to bookmark magnet links to make human-readable URLs and allow collisions between actual names/content to be decided socially (e.g. click to accept a new version of this page from this new swarm). I don't want a bunch of new protocols. No #crypto for domain names or donations. No vibe-coded corporate-sponsored AI BS. No #GitHub repos. Just give me the wild west with everything visible and no default seeding so that bad actors don't bother with it so much. Run it through a #VPN or something if you want privacy.

#web3 #internet #indieweb #foss #dweb

What if a #TechMeetup was more than just tech? 1 of 2

#FediCollective#CoffeeChats is a #ThirdSpace i.e a place outside of home & work where you can connect with people and build community.

It's not just about what but who we're building with IRL! I'm committed to making these events welcoming and #accessible to all. Here's what makes our #FediverseClub the best kind of #DWeb gathering:

1. Community First: As an alcohol-free and family-friendly event, the focus is on clear-headed conversations and genuine connection. Feel free to bring your kids and pets along; this is a space where your whole self is welcome

2. Accessible to All: Events are designed to be economically affordable for everyone. Located near a Skytrain station with free parking, we've removed the barriers so anyone can join the conversation and contribute

3. Intentional Connection: The goal isn't just networking; it's to have intentional conversations with developers, designers, and thinkers who are all about building a better #OpenWeb

Thank you all for participating in our survey to decide where DWeb Camp 2026 should take place! 🌻

We are analyzing all your responses, and will update you soon! 👀

In the meanwhile, you can subscribe to our newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/archive/dweb-updates

#DWeb #DWebCamp #camp

📣 𝔖𝔭𝔢𝔠𝔦𝔞𝔩 ℑ𝔰𝔰𝔲𝔢 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗪𝗲𝗯 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿!

- We are finally testing a full #Matrix←→ #Discord federation for our community channels, thanks to @hyphacoop 💕
- #DWebCamp’s website has been refactored and updated by our volunteer Justus Perlwitz, who we also interviewed! 🧑‍💻
- Our websites are now hosted via @distributedpress, thanks also to @sutty 😘

💡 Read about all of this and more here: https://mailchi.mp/archive/2025-10-october-special-issue

#DWeb #newsletter #decentralization