Overview

The Jekyll Bootstrap Template stands out as an excellent choice for developers looking to leverage the power of Jekyll and Bootstrap for their blogging needs. This modified version of Kris Brown's original Jekyll template integrates Twitter Bootstrap to deliver a responsive, modern design while simplifying the setup and customization process. Utilizing HTML5 semantic elements and Less for CSS, this template not only offers aesthetic appeal but also addresses compatibility with older browsers through the HTML5 shim, ensuring accessibility for a wider audience.

Additionally, the template is designed with user-friendliness in mind, featuring built-in support for recent entries navigation and Google site search, making it an efficient and effective platform for content creation. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting, this template lays a robust foundation for creating a functional and visually appealing blog.

Features

Responsive Design: The integration of Twitter Bootstrap allows for a fully responsive layout, ensuring your site looks great on any device.
HTML5 Semantic Support: Renders semantic HTML5 elements like nav, header, and article, improving SEO and accessibility.
Recent Entries Navigation: A dedicated sidebar feature that makes it easy for readers to quickly access your latest posts.
Google Site Search: Included at the top of the page, it facilitates quick and easy search functionality for users.
Easy Deployment: With a rake task for deployment to Heroku, launching your site is straightforward and hassle-free.
Customizable Configurations: The _config.yml file provides customizable settings that allow you to tailor the template to your specific needs.
Built-in Analytics: Support for Google Analytics is baked right in, giving you insights into your site's performance.
Comments and Feedback: Integration with Disqus allows for community engagement through comments on your blog posts.

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Jekyll Bootstrap Template