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Jekyll Gulp Starter Kit

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A starter project including full setup for Jekyll, GulpJS, SASS, AutoPrefixer & BrowserSync

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Overview

The Jekyll Gulp Starter Kit is an excellent solution for web developers looking to streamline their projects. This starter kit combines the functionality of Jekyll, a popular static site generator, with the power of GulpJS for task automation. With built-in support for SASS, AutoPrefixer, and BrowserSync, it ensures a modern development workflow. Whether you're starting a new project or enhancing an existing one, this kit provides a robust foundation and a seamless setup experience.

Setting up this kit is straightforward. Once you have the necessary tools installed, you can quickly bring your project to life with features that enhance productivity. This comprehensive setup not only simplifies development tasks but also improves the overall efficiency of web design and development processes.

Features

  • Full Jekyll Setup: Utilizes Jekyll for powerful static site generation, perfect for blogs and project sites alike.
  • GulpJS Integration: Automates tasks such as file watching and rebuilding, allowing you to focus more on creating content rather than manual updates.
  • SASS Support: Write your styles in SASS, making CSS development easier and smarter with features like variables and nested rules.
  • AutoPrefixer: Automatically adds vendor prefixes to CSS rules, ensuring compatibility across different web browsers without the hassle.
  • BrowserSync: Offers real-time browser synchronization, providing instant feedback on changes made during development.
  • Easy Installation: Simple setup process with clear instructions for local installation, making it accessible even for beginners.
  • Development Mode: Run the project in development mode, which includes file watching and live CSS injecting, enhancing your workflow significantly.
jekyll
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.

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SCSS

SCSS is a preprocessor scripting language that extends the capabilities of CSS by adding features such as variables, nesting, and mixins. It allows developers to write more efficient and maintainable CSS code, and helps to streamline the development process by reducing repetition and increasing reusability.

gulp
Gulp

Gulp.js is an old but popular site building tool that automates various repetitive development tasks in web development, such as compiling Sass, minifying JavaScript, and optimizing images.