Gatsby Starter

Overview

The Gatsby starter site with Kontent.ai is an efficient and developer-friendly solution for anyone looking to create a modern web application, particularly for content-driven projects like blogs or company websites. It boasts a clean and intuitive interface that allows developers to quickly set up a site featuring articles and information from a fictional coffee shop, Dancing Goat. With the backing of the powerful Gatsby framework, this starter kit promises a seamless integration with Kontent.ai, making it an excellent choice for both seasoned developers and those new to the world of web development.

This starter site is designed to help you get started quickly while also offering room for customization and experimentation. Despite its deprecation notice indicating that it is no longer maintained, many of its features can still be valuable for various development projects, allowing you to leverage Gatsby’s capabilities with a robust content management system.

Features

• Easy Setup: Quickly set up your project using the Gatsby CLI or by cloning the repository, saving you time and effort during initial configuration.

• Pre-configured Environment: With essential configurations already in place, you can focus on developing your content rather than wrestling with setup issues.

• GraphQL Support: Built-in support for GraphQL allows for flexible data retrieval, enabling you to fetch content from Kontent.ai effortlessly.

• Local Development: Run the site locally at http://localhost:8000 and test your GraphQL queries in a dedicated interface, streamlining the development process.

• Customizable Content: Although it displays only the default language, the starter site supports various content types and languages, offering flexibility for localization.

• IDE-Friendly: Recommended compatibility with Visual Studio Code helps enhance your debugging experience with tailored settings included.

• Access to Preview API: Ability to load unpublished content from the Preview API by setting up specific environment variables, which is beneficial for iterative development.

• Documentation Resource: Comprehensive guidelines on how to initialize the site and manage dependencies, ensuring developers have the resources they need to succeed.