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Pandoc Blog

screenshot of Pandoc Blog

Pandoc static site generator.

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Overview

Pandoc-blog is a straightforward static site generator that leverages the power of Pandoc to transform Markdown content into well-structured HTML documents. With minimal CSS included, the focus is largely on functionality and output rather than aesthetic appeal. The ease of customization promises to empower users to create a more personalized experience as they craft their own websites.

While the initial design might come off as quite bare, the generator is built with the intention of providing foundational support for users to enhance their sites however they see fit. With reliable Markdown compatibility and a structured method for managing posts and metadata, this tool serves those looking to create simple blogs or information pages without excessive complexity.

Features

  • Markdown Support: Write posts in easily manageable Markdown format, complete with YAML frontmatter for essential metadata like title, date, and abstract.

  • Pandoc Integration: Utilizes Pandoc for converting Markdown to static HTML, ensuring high compatibility and leveraging powerful formatting features.

  • Customizable Templates: Easily modify HTML structures through templates for both posts and indexes, allowing users to alter how content is displayed.

  • Git Hook Configuration: A built-in feature to set up Git hooks that automatically rebuild the static site before each commit, ensuring that the latest changes are always included.

  • Flexible Styling Options: Users can customize look and feel by modifying CSS files, with separate styles for posts and the index.

  • Fenced Divs Feature: Take advantage of Pandoc's fenced divs extension to include HTML attributes within Markdown, offering greater design flexibility.

  • Easy Setup: Simply clone the repository, install the necessary dependencies, and quickly start authoring posts to go live.

  • Scalable for Expansion: As your needs grow, the generator provides the framework to integrate additional styles, classes, and even new YAML frontmatter options for advanced metadata handling.