Submit an Article

Stable Viewpoints is a digital publication focused on thoughtful perspectives about stability in our rapidly changing world. We explore how emerging technologies can be used to bring greater stability to the world. Our mission is to provide well-researched, balanced viewpoints on issues that matter for creating a more stable future.

Topics We Cover

Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies

Digital assets, blockchain technology, cryptocurrency adoption, regulatory frameworks

Artificial Intelligence

AI governance, machine learning applications, ethical AI development, automation impact

Economic & Financial Stability

Monetary policy, financial markets, economic resilience, inflation dynamics

Decentralized Finance (DeFi)

Protocol analysis, yield farming, liquidity provision, DeFi security

Technology & Society

Digital transformation, cybersecurity, privacy rights, technological disruption

Monetary Systems

Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), stablecoins, alternative monetary frameworks

How to Submit an Article

We welcome contributions from writers, researchers, and experts who share our commitment to thoughtful, well-researched content. Here's how to submit your article:

1Prepare Your Article

Your article should be written in Markdown format (.md file) and include:

Title: Clear and descriptive
Author: Your name or preferred byline
Date: Publication date (YYYY-MM-DD format)
Image: A relevant header image (we can help source one if needed)
Excerpt: A brief 1-2 sentence summary
Content: Well-researched, original content (500-2000 words recommended)

2Format Your Article

Create a file with this structure:

---
title: "Your Article Title Here"
author: "Your Name"
date: "2024-01-25"
image: "/images/your-image.jpg"
excerpt: "A brief description of your article that will appear on the homepage."
---

# Your Article Title Here

Your article content goes here. You can use:

- **Bold text** and *italic text*
- Lists and bullet points
- Links to [external sources](https://example.com)
- Images: ![Alt text](/images/image-name.jpg)
- Quotes and other markdown formatting

## Subheadings

Break up your content with clear subheadings to improve readability.

Remember to cite your sources and provide value to our readers!

3Submit your Article to the GitHub Repo

Don't worry if you're new to GitHub - here's a simple step-by-step guide:

1Go to our repository

Visit github.com/StabilityNexus/StableViewpoints

2Fork the repository

Click the "Fork" button in the top-right corner. This creates your own copy of the project.

3Add your images

In your forked repository, click on public folder
Then click on images folder
Click "Add file" → "Upload files"
Drag and drop your images or click "choose your files"
Image requirements: JPG, PNG, or WebP format, under 2MB each
Naming: Use descriptive names with hyphens (e.g., bitcoin-price-chart.jpg)
Commit the images with a message like "Add images for [article title]"

4Add your article

Navigate to public → articles folder
Click "Add file" → "Create new file"
Name your file: your-article-title.md (use hyphens instead of spaces)
Paste your article content in the editor

5Use images in your article

Header image: Set in the frontmatter as image: "/images/your-header-image.jpg"
Inline images: Use markdown syntax ![Description](/images/your-image.jpg)
Image paths: Always start with /images/ (e.g., /images/defi-protocol-diagram.png)

6Commit your changes

Scroll down to "Commit new file"
Add a commit message like "Add article: Your Article Title"
Click "Commit new file"

4Add your Article to the Index

1Navigate to the articles index

Go to public → articles folder, then click on articles-index.json

2Edit the file

Click the pencil icon to edit the file, then add your article information to the articles array at the top (it will appear first on the website)

3Use this format

{
  "slug": "your-article-title",
  "title": "Your Article Title Here", 
  "author": "Your Name",
  "date": "2024-01-25",
  "image": "/images/your-header-image.jpg",
  "excerpt": "A brief description of your article that will appear on the homepage.",
  "featured": false
}

4Important formatting notes

Add a comma after the previous entry and ensure proper JSON formatting
Featured articles: Set "featured": true if you want your article highlighted with a star (ask us first)
Commit the changes with a message like "Add [article title] to index"

5Create a Pull Request

1Start the pull request

You'll see a banner saying "This branch is ahead". Click "Contribute" → "Open pull request"

2Add details

Add a title and description for your submission. Include: List of images you've added and their purpose

3Submit

Click "Create pull request" to submit your article for review

6Review Process

Initial Review: We'll review your submission as soon as possible

Feedback: If changes are needed, we'll provide constructive feedback

Publication: Once approved, your article will be published on the site

Promotion: We'll share your article on our social media channels

Image Guidelines

Technical Requirements

Formats: JPG, PNG, or WebP
Size: Maximum 2MB per image
Dimensions: Minimum 800px width for header images
Quality: High resolution, clear and professional

Content Guidelines

Copyright: Only use images you own or have permission to use
Relevance: Images should directly relate to your article content
Attribution: Include image credits in your article if required
Accessibility: Use descriptive alt text for all images

Naming Convention

Use descriptive, lowercase names with hyphens
Examples: blockchain-network-diagram.jpg, defi-yield-comparison.png
Avoid spaces, special characters, or generic names like image1.jpg

Submission Guidelines

Content Standards

Original work only - no plagiarism or previously published content
Well-researched - include credible sources and citations
Balanced perspective - present multiple viewpoints when appropriate
Constructive tone - focus on solutions and positive change

Technical Requirements

Markdown format (.md file)
Images: High-quality, royalty-free images
Length: 500-2000 words

Questions?

If you have questions about the submission process or want to discuss a potential article idea, contact us via:

Telegram Discord

Stable Viewpoints is committed to fostering thoughtful dialogue about the challenges and opportunities of our time. We believe that through careful analysis and open discussion, we can work together toward a more stable future.