Jekyll Poster

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Bash script to take the hassle out of manually creating markdown files in "_posts"

Overview:

Jekyll Poster is a tool that simplifies the process of creating markdown files for Jekyll. It automatically generates files with the correct filename format and eliminates the need for manual creation. By filling out the necessary information and running the script, users can quickly generate Jekyll posts.

Features:

  • Markdown file creation: Jekyll Poster creates markdown files formatted for Jekyll with the correct filename (YEAR-MONTH-DAY-TITLE.md).
  • Simplified post creation: The tool removes the hassle of manually creating Jekyll post files.
  • Easy to use: Users can fill out the required information and run the script to generate the Jekyll post files.
  • Formatting options: Jekyll Poster offers formatting options for the post body, allowing for basic text input.
  • Choice of post date: Users can choose between creating a post for today or a future date.
  • Automatic Jekyll build: The script runs "bundle exec jekyll build" upon completion, facilitating the process.
  • Timezone variable: Users can adjust the timezone offset as required.

Summary:

Jekyll Poster is a valuable tool for Jekyll users, streamlining the process of creating markdown files for Jekyll blogs. It eliminates the manual work of file creation and offers formatting options for the post body. By following a few simple steps, users can generate Jekyll posts effortlessly.

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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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Blog

Blog websites feature posts written by one or more authors, organized by categories and tags, with a section for comments and archives sorted by date or topic. Additional features may include search bar, social media sharing, subscription or RSS feed, about and contact pages, and visual content.