Boilerplates

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Boilerplates for Assemble. Each boilerplate offers something different: static site generation, h5bp, Bootstrap, swig, markdown, blog generation, etc.

Overview

Assemble's collection of boilerplates offers a fantastic starting point for developers interested in building static sites. Leveraging the power of Grunt.js, these boilerplates cater to various needs, whether it’s generating a site quickly, managing content from Markdown, or integrating with popular frameworks like Bootstrap and HTML5. This resource is especially valuable for first-time users who want to explore the flexibility and features of Assemble without diving deep into complex setups.

With several options inclusive of different functionalities, these boilerplates simplify the process of site creation, allowing you to focus on content rather than configuration. Each boilerplate serves a unique purpose, accommodating various project types, from blogs to documentation sites.

Features

  • boilerplate-bootstrap: Build Bootstrap projects with Assemble, offering a streamlined alternative to Jekyll for a solid base layout.
  • boilerplate-gist-blog: Utilize Assemble to transform GitHub Gists into an entire blog, providing an easy way to manage blog posts sourced from your Gists.
  • boilerplate-h5bp: Integrates Assemble with HTML5 Boilerplate, ensuring a modern web development approach with best practices built-in.
  • boilerplate-markdown: Convert Markdown content seamlessly into HTML pages, perfect for wikis, documentation, and sites with Markdown posts.
  • boilerplate-site: A practical demonstration of how to build a complete site using Assemble, featuring layouts, pages, and Markdown content.
  • boilerplate-sitemap: Automatically generate a sitemap for your project, aiding in website structure and SEO optimization.
  • boilerplate-swig: An example of using Swig templates with Assemble, enhancing templating flexibility.
  • generator-assemble: A Yeoman generator that kickstarts new Assemble projects quickly, complete with templates, data, layouts, and themes.
grunt
Grunt

Grunt is a popular JavaScript task runner that automates repetitive tasks like minification, compilation, and testing, allowing developers to focus on writing code.