Handroll

screenshot of Handroll

:bento: A website generator for software artisans

Overview

Handroll is a web development tool designed for simplicity and efficiency. Aimed at developers who want to streamline their workflow, Handroll allows you to blend your theme and content into a precise HTML output with minimal hassle. With its straightforward command structure, it makes creating and managing websites a breeze.

Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting, Handroll caters to your need for a hassle-free experience. By automating the conversion of Markdown and other text formats into HTML, it helps you focus on what really matters: the content and design of your website.

Features

  • Seamless Markdown Integration: Handroll automatically reads .md files, turning the first line into the title and the rest into formatted HTML.
  • Multi-format Support: In addition to Markdown, it supports reStructuredText and Textile, making it versatile for various preferences.
  • Template System: Use a designated template (like template.html) to customize the final output easily, allowing for personalized website designs.
  • Robust File Handling: It scans your website source for files, handling any "known" extensions with corresponding composers for smooth processing.
  • Community Involvement: Handroll encourages contributions and discussions via GitHub issues and mailing lists, inviting users to help shape its development.
  • BSD Licensed: The tool is open-source and BSD licensed, ensuring transparency and community access for all developers.
  • Cross-Platform Compatibility: Tested on both Linux and OS X, making it accessible to a wide user base.