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Middleman Website Template

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At Abletech we build many static websites using Middleman. This repo contains the boilerplate we use for most of these websites.

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Overview

The Middleman Website Template by AbleTech offers a streamlined approach to creating static websites with modern web technologies. This template simplifies the development process while providing a flexible framework for customizing your site according to your needs. With features aimed at improving performance, accessibility, and user experience, this template is geared towards developers looking for a reliable starting point for web projects.

Features

  • Pattern Library: Easily navigable patterns generated by Middleman Data files to help maintain consistency across your site.
  • Mobile-first HTML Boilerplate: Built with responsive design in mind, ensuring your website looks great on any device.
  • Accessibility Focused: Basic accessibility features like landmarks and skip-to navigation to enhance the user experience for all visitors.
  • JavaScript Enhancements: Includes menu toggling options and runtime class addition to improve interactivity based on user actions.
  • Environment Management: Boilerplates for Development, Staging, and Production, complete with environment-specific debugging.
  • Web Performance Optimizations: Comprehensive techniques like asset hashing and Cache-Control to enhance load times and user experience.
  • Inline CSS and Script Options: For immediate loading of critical styles and scripts, improving the page performance on the initial load.
  • Installation and Deployment Checklist: Detailed steps for setting up and configuring your environment, ensuring a hassle-free start to your project.