I agree that HN's deliberate design to foster an endless September is unusual. I suspect full time professional development and moderation also plays a role.

I agree that HN's deliberate design to foster an endless September is unusual. I suspect full time professional development and moderation also plays a role. Also, starting as a passion project of a competent programmer with decades of experience. I hope Two Stop Bits thrives, but I suspect full time professional staff is a long shot. Hope I am wrong.