My MovableType/TypePad History

This entry was published at least two years ago (originally posted on July 22, 2003). Since that time the information may have become outdated or my beliefs may have changed (in general, assume a more open and liberal current viewpoint). A fuller disclaimer is available.

On October 2, 2001, Ben and Mena Trott gave an interview regarding their newly announced weblogging program, MovableType.

On October 8, 2001, MovableType v1.00 was released to the public.

On December 21, 2001, I started using MovableType for my weblog. This would have been v1.31 at the time.

On April 23, 2003, TypePad was announced and the TypePad site went live with some teaser info on the new service.

On June 24, 2003, TypePad beta testing was announced. I, along with many other people, applied for a spot in the next round of testing.

On July 7, 2003, I was notified that I had a new toy to play with. ;)

The point to all this? No point at all, really. Just kind of cool knowing that I’ve been doing my small part to help the Trotts take over the world almost since the beginning. Not quite from the very beginning, but pretty durn close.