tiddlers

A tiddler is a small, self-contained unit of information, typically used in the context of wikis and personal knowledge management systems. The term was popularized by the wiki software TiddlyWiki, where each tiddler represents a distinct piece of content, such as a note, a to-do item, or a concept. Tiddlers are designed to be independent and can be easily created, edited, linked to, and organized.

In TiddlyWiki, tiddlers are the fundamental building blocks of the wiki. They can contain plain text, rich text, code, images, and other media. Each tiddler has a unique title and can be tagged with keywords for categorization and retrieval. The ability to create links between tiddlers is a core feature, allowing users to build interconnected webs of information and navigate through their personal knowledge base.

The concept of tiddlers extends beyond TiddlyWiki. Many personal knowledge management tools and note-taking applications adopt similar principles, referring to discrete pieces of information as notes, cards, or blocks. The emphasis is on modularity, allowing users to break down complex subjects into manageable units and reconstruct them in various ways. This approach facilitates learning, brainstorming, and the organization of diverse information.