Jekyll_alias_generator

Overview

The Alias Generator for Posts is a plugin that generates redirect pages for posts with aliases set in the YAML Front Matter. It simplifies the process of redirecting users to different URLs or paths for specific posts.

Features

• Generates redirect pages: The plugin automatically generates redirect pages for posts with aliases specified in the YAML Front Matter.
• Customizable alias paths: Redirect pages are created at the alias path in the output directory, allowing for flexibility in defining the redirection destination.
• Multiple aliases: Multiple aliases can be set for a single post, enabling redirection from various URLs or paths.

Example:

Assuming you have the following alias set in the YAML Front Matter of a post:

aliases: 
  - /old-url

A redirect page will be created at _site/old-url/index.html, pointing to the original post.

Summary

The Alias Generator for Posts is a useful plugin for Jekyll websites that allows for easy redirection of posts using aliases specified in the YAML Front Matter. By automatically generating redirect pages at the specified alias paths, this plugin provides a seamless user experience and enables flexibility in managing post URLs or paths.