The official Python Insider blog has moved to a new home. All existing content has been successfully transferred, and the site now runs on a modern, open infrastructure. This article explains what changed, why, and how you can get involved.
Why the Move?
For years, the blog operated on Blogger. While it worked, contributing required a Google account and familiarity with Blogger's editor. That barrier felt unnecessary for a project that values inclusivity. The new setup is simpler: posts are Markdown files stored in a Git repository. Anyone comfortable with a pull request can write a post.
All 307 posts from the Blogger era have been migrated, and old URLs automatically redirect to their new locations. Your RSS reader should update without any action, but if needed, the new feed URL is https://blog.python.org/rss.xml.
How to Contribute
Want to write about a Python release, core sprint, governance update, or anything else that belongs on the official blog? Here's the short version:
- Fork https://github.com/python/python-insider-blog.
- Create a new directory under
content/posts/with your post slug. - Add an
index.mdfile inside that directory (optionally uploading images to the same folder). - Open a pull request.
Each post uses YAML frontmatter for title, date, authors, and tags. Images live right next to the post file—no special tooling required beyond a text editor. The repository README has more detail on frontmatter fields and local development if you want to preview your post before submitting.
Technical Details
The site is built with Astro and deployed as fully static HTML. A Keystatic CMS is available in development mode for those who prefer a visual editor over raw Markdown, but it's entirely optional. Styling is handled by Tailwind, and everything builds and deploys through GitHub Actions. This stack ensures fast loading, easy maintenance, and a low barrier for contributions.
Migration Notes
If you spot broken links, missing images, or formatting issues from the migration, please file an issue on the repository. Pull requests for fixes are also welcome. The community-driven nature of this migration means everyone can help polish the new site.
Quick Links
- New site: https://blog.python.org
- Repository: https://github.com/python/python-insider-blog
- RSS feed: https://blog.python.org/rss.xml
This change marks a step toward greater transparency and ease of contribution for the Python community. The blog remains the go‑to source for official announcements, and now it's easier than ever to suggest improvements or submit content.