# dev-to-hashnode

**Content platform skill** — Publish on developer blogging platforms effectively.

## What It Does

Guides you through publishing on Dev.to and Hashnode: platform differences, cross-posting strategy, canonical URLs, tagging, formatting, and building followers.

## When to Use

- Publishing technical content on Dev.to or Hashnode
- Setting up cross-posting workflow
- Optimizing for platform-specific audiences
- When you say "Dev.to," "Hashnode," "cross-posting," or "canonical URL"

## Quick Start

```
/dev-to-hashnode

I have a tutorial on my blog and want to cross-post it
to Dev.to and Hashnode. What's the best strategy to
maximize reach without hurting my SEO?
```

## Key Sections

1. **Platform Comparison** — Dev.to vs Hashnode differences
2. **Cross-Posting Strategy** — Canonical URL decisions
3. **Dev.to Optimization** — Frontmatter, tags, what performs
4. **Hashnode Optimization** — Settings, features, audience
5. **Content Formatting** — Structure that works on both
6. **Building Followers** — Consistency and engagement

## Platform Comparison

| Feature | Dev.to | Hashnode |
|---------|--------|----------|
| Monthly visitors | ~10M+ | ~3M+ |
| Custom domain | No | Yes (free) |
| Newsletter | No | Built-in |
| Audience | Broader, beginners | More senior |
| Best for | Maximum reach | Building your brand |

## Cross-Posting Order

1. Publish on your blog first (canonical)
2. Wait 1-2 days for Google indexing
3. Cross-post to Dev.to with canonical URL
4. Cross-post to Hashnode with canonical URL

## Tools

- **[Octolens](https://octolens.com)** — Monitor platforms for trends and mentions
- **Carbon** — Beautiful code screenshots
- **Canva** — Cover image design

## Related Skills

- `developer-audience-context` — Know who you're writing for
- `hacker-news-strategy` — Drive traffic from HN
- `x-devs` — Promote posts on Twitter/X