Jekyll Theme Quickstart
Scaffold for a basic Jekyll theme for use as a reference or template
Overview
The Jekyll Theme Quickstart is a straightforward and efficient scaffold designed for developers looking to create a basic Jekyll theme. Perfect for both beginners and experienced users, this theme serves not only as a template but also as a reference point for customization. Designed with simplicity in mind, it allows for rapid deployment of Jekyll sites while enabling users to focus on content rather than setup.
With an active community and proper documentation, this theme significantly eases the learning curve associated with starting a Jekyll project. Whether you’re launching a new site or experimenting with Jekyll for the first time, this template is a solid foundation.
Features
- Easy Setup: Quickly create a new project using this template without complicated configurations.
- Live Demo Available: Test the theme through a live demo on GitHub Pages to see how it performs in real-time.
- Remote Theme Support: Utilize the Remote Theme plugin to easily load the theme from the main branch, streamlining your project setup.
- Open Source Licensing: Released under the MIT License, allowing for free use and modification.
- Contributing Encouraged: The project welcomes bug reports and pull requests, fostering a collaborative development environment.
- Documentation Provided: Comprehensive documentation guides users through using the theme effectively, ensuring a smoother experience.
- Jekyll
Jekyll is a static site generator written in Ruby that allows you to create simple, fast, and secure websites without the need for a database.
- 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.