Aether Cms

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A modern, elegant content management system designed for developers and content creators who value simplicity and power.

Overview

Aether CMS is an innovative lightweight content management system that utilizes vanilla JavaScript and LiteNode to generate fast, static websites. Designed to be user-friendly, it leverages a file-based architecture, making it easy for users to manage their content while ensuring that the sites generated are performance-optimized. Aether aims to foster a sustainable open-source community where users can contribute through feedback, sharing, and development efforts.

This CMS is great for those looking to quickly set up a blog or static page, thanks to its intuitive features and flexible customization options. Whether you're a developer wanting to extend its functionalities or a writer looking for a place to publish thoughts, Aether CMS has something to offer everyone.

Features

  • File-Based Storage: Content is conveniently stored as Markdown files with YAML frontmatter, allowing for easy editing and management.
  • Rich Editor: Includes a built-in Markdown editor with a live preview, making content creation straightforward and visually accessible.
  • Custom Pages: Offers the ability to create nested page hierarchies with custom templates, enhancing website organization and readability.
  • Performance & SEO: Generates ultra-fast static sites with automatic SEO optimizations such as sitemaps and meta tags, ensuring maximum visibility for your site.
  • Theming & Customization: Features a flexible theme system with a marketplace to install themes directly from GitHub, enabling personalized designs to match any brand.
  • User Management: Provides role-based access with secure authentication, ensuring that only designated users can make changes to the content.
  • Image Optimization: Automatically manages image metadata and alt text, contributing to better accessibility and SEO performance.
  • Extensible Plugin Architecture: A hook system allows developers to create custom plugins, thus extending the functionality of Aether CMS to fit specific needs.
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Templates & Themes

A template or theme refers to a pre-designed layout or structure that provides a basic framework for building a specific type of application or website. It typically includes good design, placeholder content and functional features, allowing developers to customize and fill in the details according to their specific needs.