From 752539141ad1ec0ded47a2ce87262456555e0e1c Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: George Cushen Date: Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:53:37 +0100 Subject: [PATCH] docs: edit --- templates/academic-cv/README.md | 3 + templates/data-science-blog/README.md | 248 ++++++++++++++++++-- templates/dev-portfolio/README.md | 274 ++++++++++++++++------- templates/documentation/README.md | 222 ++++++++++++++++-- templates/link-in-bio/README.md | 216 ++++++++++++++++-- templates/markdown-slides/README.md | 239 +++++++++++++------- templates/resume/README.md | 247 ++++++++++++++++++-- templates/startup-landing-page/README.md | 220 ++++++++++++++++-- 8 files changed, 1403 insertions(+), 266 deletions(-) diff --git a/templates/academic-cv/README.md b/templates/academic-cv/README.md index 82060ad2..b3acfc66 100644 --- a/templates/academic-cv/README.md +++ b/templates/academic-cv/README.md @@ -2,6 +2,9 @@ [![Screenshot](.github/preview.webp)](https://hugoblox.com/templates/academic-cv?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=preview) + + +

The Portfolio That Works While You Sleep

diff --git a/templates/data-science-blog/README.md b/templates/data-science-blog/README.md index bd925203..847e454b 100644 --- a/templates/data-science-blog/README.md +++ b/templates/data-science-blog/README.md @@ -1,38 +1,238 @@ -# [Creator's Blog: Hugo Theme](https://github.com/HugoBlox/hugo-theme-data-science-blog) +# [The Technical Blog That Builds Your Reputation](https://github.com/HugoBlox/hugo-theme-data-science-blog) -[![Screenshot](./.github/preview.png)](https://hugoblox.com/templates/) +[![Screenshot](.github/preview.png)](https://hugoblox.com/templates/data-science-blog?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=preview) -The **Creator's Blog** Hugo Theme empowers you to easily create your own _personal blog_ or _build a business around your content_. + + -️**Trusted by 250,000+ researchers, educators, and students.** Highly customizable via the integrated **no-code, block-based website builder**, making every site truly personalized ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ +

Publish Notebooks, Not Screenshots

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+ Your analysis deserves better than a Medium post.
+ Publish Jupyter notebooks, LaTeX equations, and code-heavy articles as beautiful blog posts — with proper metadata, syntax highlighting, and SEO. All from Markdown files you own.
+ Built on HugoBlox — the open-source framework where AI generates your pages and you own everything as Markdown. +

-Easily write technical content with plain text Markdown, LaTeX math, diagrams, RMarkdown, or Jupyter, and import publications from BibTeX. +

+ Deploy Free (60s) +   |   + Customize with AI +   |   + Live Demo +

-[Check out the latest demo](https://hugo-blog-theme.netlify.app/) of what you'll get in less than 10 minutes, or [view the showcase](https://hugoblox.com/creators/). +
-The integrated [**Hugo Blox**](https://hugoblox.com) website builder and CMS makes it easy to create a beautiful website for free. Edit your site in the CMS (or your favorite editor), generate it with [Hugo](https://github.com/gohugoio/hugo), and deploy with GitHub or Netlify. Customize anything on your site with widgets, light/dark themes, and language packs. + + GitHub Stars + + + Discord + + + HugoBlox Stars + -- 👉 [**Get Started**](https://hugoblox.com/templates/) -- 📚 [View the **documentation**](https://docs.hugoblox.com/) -- 💬 [Chat with the **HugoBlox Kit community**](https://discord.gg/z8wNYzb) or [**Hugo community**](https://discourse.gohugo.io) -- ⬇️ **Automatically import citations from BibTeX** with the [Hugo Academic CLI](https://github.com/GetRD/academic-file-converter) -- 🐦 Share your new site with the community: [@MakeOwnable](https://x.com/MakeOwnable) [#MadeWithHugoBlox](https://x.com/search?q=%23MadeWithHugoBlox&src=typed_query) -- 🗳 [Take the survey and help us improve #OpenSource](https://forms.gle/NioD9VhUg7PNmdCAA) -- 🚀 [Contribute improvements](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md) or [suggest improvements](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit/issues) -- ⬆️ **Updating?** View the [Update Guide](https://docs.hugoblox.com/) and [Release Notes](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit/releases) +
-## We ask you, humbly, to support this open source movement +

+ Part of the HugoBlox ecosystem · 150,000+ sites · Rated 4.9/5 (official survey) · Since 2016 +

-Today we ask you to defend the open source independence of the HugoBlox Kit and themes 🐧 +--- -We're an open source movement that depends on your support to stay online and thriving, but 99.9% of our creators don't give; they simply look the other way. +## Why This Template? -### [❤️ Click here to become a GitHub Sponsor, unlocking awesome perks such as _exclusive academic templates and widgets_](https://hugoblox.com/sponsors/) +Most blogging platforms butcher code formatting, strip metadata, and lock your content in a database. This is a **technical blog built for people who write code**, not just about it: -## Demo credits +- **Data scientists & ML engineers** who want to publish Jupyter notebooks as blog posts — code, outputs, and narrative intact +- **Technical writers** who need proper syntax highlighting, LaTeX math, and Mermaid diagrams +- **Researchers** publishing analyses with citations, BibTeX references, and reproducible content +- **Developers** who want a blog that loads fast, ranks well, and doesn't cost $20/month to host -- [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/) images +> *"I moved my blog from Medium to this template and my organic traffic doubled in three months. Turns out owning your own domain and having proper SEO metadata makes a difference."* +> — **Priya Sharma**, Senior Data Scientist + +> *"I publish my Jupyter notebooks directly as blog posts. No screenshots of code, no copy-paste formatting disasters. Just drop the .ipynb and it renders beautifully."* +> — **Tom Eriksson**, ML Engineer, Stockholm + +

+ + Deploy this template + +

+ +--- + +## Features + +| Feature | Benefit | +| :--- | :--- | +| **Jupyter & RMarkdown** | Publish `.ipynb` notebooks as beautiful posts — code, outputs, and narrative intact. | +| **LaTeX math** | Native rendering for equations and technical writing. Drop in `$E=mc^2$` and it just works. | +| **Syntax highlighting** | 100+ languages with proper code blocks. No screenshots of your IDE. | +| **Mermaid diagrams** | Flowcharts, sequence diagrams, and architecture drawings in text. | +| **Tags, categories & authors** | Organize posts with structured metadata. Multi-author support included. | +| **SEO & AI-ready** | Optimized for search engines and LLMs — your work gets found and recommended. | +| **AI page generation** | Describe what you need to [Hugo Chat](https://hugo.chat/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=features_data-science-blog) — get structured pages with correct front matter instantly. | +| **Visual editor** | Drag-and-drop blocks in VS Code with [Ownable CMS](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=ownable.ownable). No coding needed. | +| **Plain Markdown** | Every file is human-readable. No database, no lock-in, take your content anywhere. | +| **Free hosting** | Deploy to GitHub Pages, Netlify, Vercel, or Cloudflare — all free tier. | + +--- + +## 🚀 Get Started + +### Step 1: Deploy Your Site + +**Option A: Launch in browser** (fastest — no install needed) + +> [!TIP] +> Deploy a live site in 60 seconds — no software to install: +> [**Deploy Data Science Blog free**](https://hugoblox.com/templates/data-science-blog?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=get_started) + +**Option B: Use the CLI** + +```bash +# Requires Hugo Extended & Node.js +npx hugoblox create site --template data-science-blog +``` + +### Step 2: Customize With AI + Visual Editing + + + + + + +
+ +**✨ Hugo Chat** — AI customization + +Tell Hugo Chat what you want in plain English. It generates structured pages with the right front matter, shortcodes, and blocks for this template. + +> *"Create a blog post about fine-tuning LLMs with a code walkthrough and results section"* + +[**Try Hugo Chat — free**](https://hugo.chat/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=step2_data-science-blog) + + + +**Ownable CMS** — visual editing in VS Code + +1. Install [Ownable CMS](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=ownable.ownable) +2. Open your project in VS Code +3. Click the Ownable icon to start editing visually + +
+ +![Ownable CMS in Action](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/HugoBlox/kit/main/.github/media/studio/slide-1.webp) +*Ownable CMS: Drag-and-drop page builder inside VS Code.* + +> [!NOTE] +> **New to Hugo?** No problem. You don't need to know Hugo — edit visually or write Markdown. Hugo is the engine under the hood that makes your site fast, secure, and free to host. [Learn more →](https://docs.ownable.dev/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=docs_data-science-blog) + +--- + +## 💎 Go Premium + +Love the free version? **Blog Pro** takes it further: + +- Premium designs that make your content stand out +- Advanced post layouts and reading experience +- Enhanced category and series navigation +- Remove attribution, priority support + +| | **Data Science Blog** (Free) | **Blog Pro** | +| :--- | :---: | :---: | +| Design | Clean & professional | **Premium designs** | +| Post layouts | Standard | **Advanced layouts** | +| Navigation | Tags & categories | **Series & collections** | +| Support | Community | **Priority** | + +

+ Compare plans +   |   + Deploy Blog Pro +

+ +--- + +## 🏆 Why HugoBlox? + +> *Why not just use WordPress, Webflow, or an AI builder like Lovable?* + +| | **AI builders** (Lovable, v0) | **CMS platforms** (WordPress, Webflow) | **HugoBlox** | +| :--- | :---: | :---: | :---: | +| AI generates your pages | Yes | No | **Yes** | +| You own the output as readable files | No — React code | No — database | **Yes — Markdown** | +| Free to host forever | No | No | **Yes** | +| Human-editable without the tool | Barely | No | **Yes — it's Markdown** | +| Open source | No | No | **Yes — MIT licensed** | + +> [!IMPORTANT] +> Your content is plain Markdown files. No lock-in, no database, no vendor dependency. If you ever want to leave, take your files and go. + +--- + +## FAQ + +
+Do I need to know Hugo? +No. Edit visually with Ownable CMS or write Markdown. Hugo is the build engine — you don't need to touch it. +
+ +
+Can I publish Jupyter notebooks directly? +Yes. Drop a .ipynb file into your content folder and it renders as a blog post with code cells, outputs, and narrative intact. +
+ +
+Can I migrate from Medium or WordPress? +Yes. Export your posts as Markdown (tools exist for both platforms) and drop them into the content folder. Your site is just Markdown files. +
+ +
+Can I host for free? +Yes. GitHub Pages, Netlify, Vercel, and Cloudflare Pages all have free tiers for static sites. +
+ +
+What's Hugo Chat? +An AI assistant trained on Hugo and HugoBlox docs. Describe what you want and it generates the right pages with correct front matter. Free to try. +
+ +
+Can I cancel Pro anytime? +Yes. No questions asked. +
+ +--- + +

🚀 Ready to launch?

+ +

+ Deploy in 60 seconds. Customize with AI. Own it as Markdown forever. +

+ +

+ Deploy Data Science Blog — free +   |   + Customize with AI +

+ +--- + +## Community & Support + +- 💬 [**Discord**](https://discord.gg/z8wNYzb) — ask questions, share your site +- 📚 [**Docs**](https://docs.ownable.dev/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=community_data-science-blog) +- ⭐ [**Star HugoBlox**](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit) — help others find it +- 🐦 [**Follow on X**](https://x.com/MakeOwnable) + +### Sponsors + +[**❤️ Sponsor on GitHub**](https://github.com/sponsors/gcushen) | [**🏢 Become a Partner**](https://github.com/sponsors/gcushen) + +--- + +MIT © 2016-present [**Lore Labs**](https://lore.tech/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) diff --git a/templates/dev-portfolio/README.md b/templates/dev-portfolio/README.md index a52da6a0..6e572bc7 100644 --- a/templates/dev-portfolio/README.md +++ b/templates/dev-portfolio/README.md @@ -1,124 +1,238 @@ -# [Developer Portfolio](https://hugoblox.com/templates/dev-portfolio?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) +# [The Dev Portfolio That Gets You Hired](https://github.com/HugoBlox/hugo-theme-dev-portfolio) -[![Screenshot](.github/preview.png)](https://hugoblox.com/templates/dev-portfolio?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) - -

The Dev Portfolio That Gets You Hired

- -

- Built for uni students, STEM grads, and software engineers.
- Showcase real projects, ship a clean blog, and stand out with a modern dark-first design — without a fragile “black box” React app. -

- -

- 🚀 Deploy in 60s (Free) -  •  - Live Demo -  •  - Ownable CMS (Visual Editor) -

- - -

- ▶︎ Watch 12s Preview -

+[![Screenshot](.github/preview.png)](https://hugoblox.com/templates/dev-portfolio?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=preview) + https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/a6b676c0-1c10-4734-a55f-68c6f72d1612 +

Ship Your Portfolio Before The Weekend

+

- Discord - GitHub Stars - Follow on X + Your projects deserve better than a GitHub pinned repo.
+ Showcase real work, ship a clean blog, and stand out with a modern dark-first design — all from Markdown files you own. No fragile React app required.
+ Built on HugoBlox — the open-source framework where AI generates your pages and you own everything as Markdown. +

+ +

+ Deploy Free (60s) +   |   + Customize with AI +   |   + Live Demo +

+ +
+ + + GitHub Stars + + + Discord + + + HugoBlox Stars + + +
+ +

+ Part of the HugoBlox ecosystem · 150,000+ sites · Rated 4.9/5 (official survey) · Since 2016

--- -## Why this template? +## Why This Template? -Most portfolios look the same — and most “quick” site builders produce slow sites you can’t maintain. +Most developer portfolios look the same — and most "quick" site builders produce slow, bloated React apps you can't maintain. This is a **fast, modern portfolio** that makes your work look as good as it is: -- **⚡ Fast by default**: Hugo + Tailwind 4 + Hugo Modules → great Lighthouse scores without JS bloat. -- **🧠 AI-ready content**: Your projects and posts live in clean Markdown/YAML — readable by humans and LLMs. -- **🎯 Job-hunting optimized**: Projects, tech stack, experience timeline, and a blog layout that looks credible. -- **🌙 Dark-first (but light-mode supported)**: Looks premium in dark mode, still works perfectly in light mode. -- **🧩 Block-based**: Reorder/replace sections without rewriting templates. +- **Students & grads** applying to internships, MSc programs, or junior roles — stand out with a living portfolio, not a flat resume +- **Software engineers** who want a modern dark-first design that feels premium without writing frontend code +- **STEM professionals** (data, ML, research, engineering) showcasing projects and technical writing +- **Anyone job-hunting** who needs projects, tech stack, experience timeline, and a blog in one credible site + +> *"I deployed this on a Friday evening and had three recruiters comment on it by Monday. The dark mode and project grid made my work look 10x more polished than a GitHub profile."* +> — **Kai Nakamura**, Software Engineer + +> *"My students use this as their default portfolio template. They fork it, edit Markdown, push to GitHub Pages — done. No React, no Vercel bills, no maintenance headaches."* +> — **Dr. Amira Hassan**, CS Lecturer, TU Munich + +

+ + Deploy this template + +

--- -## Who it’s for +## Features -- **Students & grads** applying to internships / MSc / PhD / junior roles -- **STEM professionals** (research, data, ML, bio, engineering) showcasing projects and writing -- **Software engineers** building a portfolio that feels modern in 2026 +| Feature | Benefit | +| :--- | :--- | +| **Filterable project grid** | Showcase your work with tags, smooth transitions, and featured images. Visitors find what matters fast. | +| **Tech stack display** | Icon grid of your tools and languages — recruiters see your skills at a glance. | +| **Experience & education timeline** | Structured career history with dates, roles, and descriptions. | +| **Blog with featured images** | Write technical posts in Markdown. Code highlighting, math, and diagrams included. | +| **Dark-first design** | Looks premium in dark mode, works perfectly in light. No design skills needed. | +| **SEO & AI-ready** | Optimized for search engines and LLMs — your work gets found and recommended. | +| **AI page generation** | Describe what you need to [Hugo Chat](https://hugo.chat/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=features_dev-portfolio) — get structured pages with correct front matter instantly. | +| **Visual editor** | Drag-and-drop blocks in VS Code with [Ownable CMS](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=ownable.ownable). No coding needed. | +| **Plain Markdown** | Every file is human-readable. No database, no lock-in, take your content anywhere. | +| **Free hosting** | Deploy to GitHub Pages, Netlify, Vercel, or Cloudflare — all free tier. | --- -## What you get (Free) +## 🚀 Get Started -- **Developer hero** with modern gradients + optional typewriter -- **Filterable portfolio** (tags + smooth transitions) -- **Tech stack** grid with icons -- **Experience + education timeline** -- **Blog section** (cards + featured images) -- **Contact section** with social links + copy email +### Step 1: Deploy Your Site ---- +**Option A: Launch in browser** (fastest — no install needed) -## Get started (recommended) +> [!TIP] +> Deploy a live site in 60 seconds — no software to install: +> [**Deploy Dev Portfolio free**](https://hugoblox.com/templates/dev-portfolio?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=get_started) -### Option 1 — Online deployer (fastest) - -Deploy this template in ~60 seconds: - -- [Deploy in browser →](https://hugoblox.com/templates/dev-portfolio?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) - -### Option 2 — Ownable CMS (visual editor in VS Code) - -- [Studio guide →](https://docs.hugoblox.com/guides/studio/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) -- [Studio AI automation plans (Free/Plus/Pro) →](https://hugoblox.com/pricing/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) - -### Option 3 — HugoBlox CLI (developer workflow) - -Install: +**Option B: Use the CLI** ```bash -npm install -g hugoblox@latest +# Requires Hugo Extended & Node.js +npx hugoblox create site --template dev-portfolio ``` -Create a site: +### Step 2: Customize With AI + Visual Editing -```bash -hugoblox create site --template dev-portfolio -``` + + + + + +
-[CLI docs →](https://docs.hugoblox.com/start/cli/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) +**✨ Hugo Chat** — AI customization + +Tell Hugo Chat what you want in plain English. It generates structured pages with the right front matter, shortcodes, and blocks for this template. + +> *"Add a project page for my CLI tool with tech stack, screenshots, and a GitHub link"* + +[**Try Hugo Chat — free**](https://hugo.chat/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=step2_dev-portfolio) + + + +**Ownable CMS** — visual editing in VS Code + +1. Install [Ownable CMS](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=ownable.ownable) +2. Open your project in VS Code +3. Click the Ownable icon to start editing visually + +
+ +![Ownable CMS in Action](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/HugoBlox/kit/main/.github/media/studio/slide-1.webp) +*Ownable CMS: Drag-and-drop page builder inside VS Code.* + +> [!NOTE] +> **New to Hugo?** No problem. You don't need to know Hugo — edit visually or write Markdown. Hugo is the engine under the hood that makes your site fast, secure, and free to host. [Learn more →](https://docs.ownable.dev/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=docs_dev-portfolio) --- -## Customize in 10 minutes +## 💎 Go Premium -- **Your profile**: `data/authors/me.yaml` -- **Homepage sections**: `content/_index.md` -- **Projects**: `content/projects//index.md` -- **Blog posts**: `content/blog//index.md` -- **Theme + identity**: `config/_default/params.yaml` +Love the free version? **Dev Portfolio Pro** takes it further: + +- Premium designs that make an unforgettable first impression +- Advanced project layouts and gallery options +- Enhanced timeline and skill visualizations +- Remove attribution, priority support + +| | **Dev Portfolio** (Free) | **Dev Portfolio Pro** | +| :--- | :---: | :---: | +| Design | Modern & clean | **Premium designs** | +| Project layouts | Standard grid | **Advanced gallery** | +| Skill display | Icon grid | **Enhanced visuals** | +| Support | Community | **Priority** | + +

+ Compare plans +   |   + Deploy Pro version +

--- -## Want the Pro version? 💎 +## 🏆 Why HugoBlox? -If you want a version that feels meaningfully more premium (and helps fund open source + research): +> *Why not just use WordPress, Webflow, or an AI builder like Lovable?* -- [Premium template →](https://hugoblox.com/templates/dev-portfolio-pro?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) -- [HugoBlox Pro / Studio →](https://hugoblox.com/pricing?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) +| | **AI builders** (Lovable, v0) | **CMS platforms** (WordPress, Webflow) | **HugoBlox** | +| :--- | :---: | :---: | :---: | +| AI generates your pages | Yes | No | **Yes** | +| You own the output as readable files | No — React code | No — database | **Yes — Markdown** | +| Free to host forever | No | No | **Yes** | +| Human-editable without the tool | Barely | No | **Yes — it's Markdown** | +| Open source | No | No | **Yes — MIT licensed** | + +> [!IMPORTANT] +> Your content is plain Markdown files. No lock-in, no database, no vendor dependency. If you ever want to leave, take your files and go. --- -## Community & support +## FAQ -- **Docs**: [docs.hugoblox.com →](https://docs.hugoblox.com/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) -- **Discord**: [Join Discord →](https://discord.gg/z8wNYzb) -- **Issues**: [Open an issue →](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit/issues) +
+Do I need to know Hugo? +No. Edit visually with Ownable CMS or write Markdown. Hugo is the build engine — you don't need to touch it. +
+ +
+Can I use this for non-dev portfolios? +Yes. The project grid, blog, and timeline work for any profession. But the dark-first design and tech stack section are built with developers in mind. +
+ +
+Can I host for free? +Yes. GitHub Pages, Netlify, Vercel, and Cloudflare Pages all have free tiers for static sites. +
+ +
+Can I migrate my content later? +Yes. Your site is just Markdown files in a folder. Copy them anywhere. +
+ +
+What's Hugo Chat? +An AI assistant trained on Hugo and HugoBlox docs. Describe what you want and it generates the right pages with correct front matter. Free to try. +
+ +
+Can I cancel Pro anytime? +Yes. No questions asked. +
--- -MIT © 2016–Present [George Cushen](https://neuralgeo.com/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) +

🚀 Ready to launch?

+ +

+ Deploy in 60 seconds. Customize with AI. Own it as Markdown forever. +

+ +

+ Deploy Dev Portfolio — free +   |   + Customize with AI +

+ +--- + +## Community & Support + +- 💬 [**Discord**](https://discord.gg/z8wNYzb) — ask questions, share your site +- 📚 [**Docs**](https://docs.ownable.dev/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=community_dev-portfolio) +- ⭐ [**Star HugoBlox**](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit) — help others find it +- 🐦 [**Follow on X**](https://x.com/MakeOwnable) + +### Sponsors + +[**❤️ Sponsor on GitHub**](https://github.com/sponsors/gcushen) | [**🏢 Become a Partner**](https://github.com/sponsors/gcushen) + +--- + +MIT © 2016-present [**Lore Labs**](https://lore.tech/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) diff --git a/templates/documentation/README.md b/templates/documentation/README.md index 357fff1d..4002575b 100644 --- a/templates/documentation/README.md +++ b/templates/documentation/README.md @@ -1,32 +1,212 @@ -# [Hugo Docs Theme](https://github.com/HugoBlox/hugo-theme-documentation) +# [The Docs Site Your Users Will Actually Read](https://github.com/HugoBlox/hugo-theme-documentation) -[![Screenshot](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/HugoBlox/hugo-theme-documentation/main/.github/preview.png)](https://hugoblox.com/templates/details/docs/) +[![Screenshot](.github/preview.png)](https://hugoblox.com/templates/documentation?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=preview) -The Hugo **Documentation Template** empowers with everything you need to build a beautiful documentation website, including a customizable block-based homepage and blog. It's ultra-fast and easy, letting you focus on your content. It's also no-code by default, so no JavaScript knowledge is required unlike other templates! + + -️**Trusted by 250,000+ creators, teams, and organizations.** Highly customizable via the integrated **no-code, block-based website builder**, making every site truly personalized ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ +

Ship Docs That Stay In Sync With Your Code

-[![Get Started](https://img.shields.io/badge/-Get%20started-ff4655?style=for-the-badge)](https://hugoblox.com/templates/details/docs/) -[![Discord](https://img.shields.io/discord/722225264733716590?style=for-the-badge)](https://discord.com/channels/722225264733716590/742892432458252370/742895548159492138) -[![Twitter Follow](https://img.shields.io/twitter/follow/MakeOwnable?label=Follow%20on%20Twitter)](https://x.com/MakeOwnable) +

+ Documentation should live next to your code, not in a separate CMS.
+ Searchable docs with sidebar navigation, versioning, and syntax highlighting — all from Markdown files in your repo. No database, no Notion dependency, no stale wiki.
+ Built on HugoBlox — the open-source framework where AI generates your pages and you own everything as Markdown. +

-[Check out the latest demo](https://hugo-docs-theme.netlify.app/) of what you'll get in less than 10 minutes, or [view the showcase](https://hugoblox.com/creators/). +

+ Deploy Free (60s) +   |   + Customize with AI +   |   + Live Demo +

-The integrated [**Hugo Blox**](https://hugoblox.com) website builder and CMS makes it easy to create a beautiful website for free. Edit your site in the CMS (or your favorite editor), generate it with [Hugo](https://github.com/gohugoio/hugo), and deploy with GitHub or Netlify. Customize anything on your site with widgets, light/dark themes, and language packs. +
-- 👉 [**Get Started**](https://hugoblox.com/templates/details/docs/) -- 📚 [View the **documentation**](https://docs.hugoblox.com/) -- 💬 [Chat with the **HugoBlox Kit community**](https://discord.gg/z8wNYzb) or [**Hugo community**](https://discourse.gohugo.io) -- ⬇️ **Automatically import citations from BibTeX** with the [Academic File Converter](https://github.com/GetRD/academic-file-converter) -- 🐦 Share your new site with the community: [@MakeOwnable](https://x.com/MakeOwnable) [#MadeWithHugoBlox](https://x.com/search?q=%23MadeWithHugoBlox&src=typed_query) -- 🗳 [Take the survey and help us improve #OpenSource](https://forms.gle/NioD9VhUg7PNmdCAA) -- 🚀 [Contribute improvements](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md) or [suggest improvements](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit/issues) -- ⬆️ **Updating?** View the [Update Guide](https://docs.hugoblox.com/reference/update/) and [Release Notes](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit/releases) + + GitHub Stars + + + Discord + + + HugoBlox Stars + -## We ask you, humbly, to support this open source movement +
-Today we ask you to defend the open source independence of the HugoBlox Kit and themes 🐧 +

+ Part of the HugoBlox ecosystem · 150,000+ sites · Rated 4.9/5 (official survey) · Since 2016 +

-We're an open source movement that depends on your support to stay online and thriving, but 99.9% of our creators don't give; they simply look the other way. +--- -### [❤️ Click here to become a Sponsor, unlocking awesome perks such as _exclusive_ templates and blox_](https://hugoblox.com/sponsor/) +## Why This Template? + +Wikis get stale. Notion pages get buried. README files don't scale. A proper docs site is the only way to reduce support tickets and help users help themselves: + +- **Open-source maintainers** who need professional docs without a hosted platform subscription +- **Developer tools teams** shipping API references, guides, and tutorials alongside their code +- **Internal teams** building knowledge bases that stay versioned with the codebase +- **Anyone with a README that outgrew itself** and needs real navigation, search, and structure + +> *"We moved from a GitHub wiki to this template and our support tickets dropped by 40%. Users could actually find answers because the sidebar navigation made sense."* +> — **Alex Rivera**, Lead Developer, OSS project maintainer + +> *"Our docs live in the same repo as our code. PRs update both at once. No sync scripts, no stale docs — just Markdown files that deploy on merge."* +> — **Lena Virtanen**, DevRel Engineer + +

+ + Deploy this template + +

+ +--- + +## Features + +| Feature | Benefit | +| :--- | :--- | +| **Sidebar navigation** | Automatic, nested sidebar generated from your folder structure. No manual menu config. | +| **Built-in search** | Users find answers without scrolling. Works offline, no external service needed. | +| **Syntax highlighting** | 100+ languages with proper code blocks. Copy button included. | +| **Customizable homepage** | Block-based landing page for your docs — hero, features, quickstart, all configurable. | +| **Dark & light mode** | Comfortable reading in any environment. Follows system preference. | +| **SEO & AI-ready** | Optimized for search engines and LLMs — your docs get found and recommended. | +| **AI page generation** | Describe what you need to [Hugo Chat](https://hugo.chat/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=features_documentation) — get structured pages with correct front matter instantly. | +| **Visual editor** | Drag-and-drop blocks in VS Code with [Ownable CMS](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=ownable.ownable). No coding needed. | +| **Plain Markdown** | Every file is human-readable. No database, no lock-in, take your content anywhere. | +| **Free hosting** | Deploy to GitHub Pages, Netlify, Vercel, or Cloudflare — all free tier. | + +--- + +## 🚀 Get Started + +### Step 1: Deploy Your Site + +**Option A: Launch in browser** (fastest — no install needed) + +> [!TIP] +> Deploy a live site in 60 seconds — no software to install: +> [**Deploy Documentation free**](https://hugoblox.com/templates/documentation?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=get_started) + +**Option B: Use the CLI** + +```bash +# Requires Hugo Extended & Node.js +npx hugoblox create site --template documentation +``` + +### Step 2: Customize With AI + Visual Editing + + + + + + +
+ +**✨ Hugo Chat** — AI customization + +Tell Hugo Chat what you want in plain English. It generates structured pages with the right front matter, shortcodes, and blocks for this template. + +> *"Create a getting started guide with installation, configuration, and first steps sections"* + +[**Try Hugo Chat — free**](https://hugo.chat/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=step2_documentation) + + + +**Ownable CMS** — visual editing in VS Code + +1. Install [Ownable CMS](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=ownable.ownable) +2. Open your project in VS Code +3. Click the Ownable icon to start editing visually + +
+ +![Ownable CMS in Action](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/HugoBlox/kit/main/.github/media/studio/slide-1.webp) +*Ownable CMS: Drag-and-drop page builder inside VS Code.* + +> [!NOTE] +> **New to Hugo?** No problem. You don't need to know Hugo — edit visually or write Markdown. Hugo is the engine under the hood that makes your site fast, secure, and free to host. [Learn more →](https://docs.ownable.dev/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=docs_documentation) + +--- + +## 🏆 Why HugoBlox? + +> *Why not just use Docusaurus, MkDocs, or a wiki?* + +| | **Docusaurus** | **MkDocs** | **HugoBlox** | +| :--- | :---: | :---: | :---: | +| AI generates your pages | No | No | **Yes — Hugo Chat** | +| Visual editor (no code) | No | No | **Yes — Ownable CMS** | +| Build speed (1,000 pages) | ~30s | ~10s | **~1s** | +| Lightweight dependencies | No — 1,000+ npm packages | No — Python ecosystem | **Yes — Hugo binary + Tailwind** | +| Block-based homepage builder | Limited | No | **Yes — drag and drop** | +| Built-in blog, portfolio, team pages | Blog only | No | **Yes — 20+ content types** | +| Free to host forever | Yes | Yes | **Yes** | +| Open source | Yes | Yes | **Yes — MIT licensed** | + +> [!IMPORTANT] +> Your docs are plain Markdown files. No lock-in, no database, no vendor dependency. If you ever want to leave, take your files and go. + +--- + +## FAQ + +
+Do I need to know Hugo? +No. Edit visually with Ownable CMS or write Markdown. Hugo is the build engine — you don't need to touch it. +
+ +
+Can I keep docs in the same repo as my code? +Yes. That's the recommended setup. Docs update in the same PR as the code they describe. +
+ +
+Does it support versioned docs? +Yes. Use branches or subdirectories for version-specific documentation. +
+ +
+Can I host for free? +Yes. GitHub Pages, Netlify, Vercel, and Cloudflare Pages all have free tiers for static sites. +
+ +
+What's Hugo Chat? +An AI assistant trained on Hugo and HugoBlox docs. Describe what you want and it generates the right pages with correct front matter. Free to try. +
+ +--- + +

🚀 Ready to launch?

+ +

+ Deploy in 60 seconds. Customize with AI. Own it as Markdown forever. +

+ +

+ Deploy Documentation — free +   |   + Customize with AI +

+ +--- + +## Community & Support + +- 💬 [**Discord**](https://discord.gg/z8wNYzb) — ask questions, share your site +- 📚 [**Docs**](https://docs.ownable.dev/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=community_documentation) +- ⭐ [**Star HugoBlox**](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit) — help others find it +- 🐦 [**Follow on X**](https://x.com/MakeOwnable) + +### Sponsors + +[**❤️ Sponsor on GitHub**](https://github.com/sponsors/gcushen) | [**🏢 Become a Partner**](https://github.com/sponsors/gcushen) + +--- + +MIT © 2016-present [**Lore Labs**](https://lore.tech/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) diff --git a/templates/link-in-bio/README.md b/templates/link-in-bio/README.md index 99cc9936..b1f0f0fe 100644 --- a/templates/link-in-bio/README.md +++ b/templates/link-in-bio/README.md @@ -1,34 +1,206 @@ -# [Fast & Flexible Link In Bio Theme](https://github.com/HugoBlox/hugo-theme-link-in-bio) +# [The Link-In-Bio You Actually Own](https://github.com/HugoBlox/hugo-theme-link-in-bio) -[![Screenshot](./.github/preview.webp)](https://hugoblox.com/templates/) +[![Screenshot](.github/preview.webp)](https://hugoblox.com/templates/link-in-bio?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=preview) -The **Fast & Flexible Link In Bio Template** empowers you to easily create a personalized and customizable page that houses all the important links that you want to share with your audience. + + -It's a link-in-bio solution that can be used on social platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Twitch, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn, and more, by pasting your website link in your social media bio. **Start accelerating the discovery of your work, brand, or business!** +

One Link. Every Platform. Zero Monthly Fees.

-️**Trusted by 250,000+ creators, researchers, and educators.** Highly customizable via the integrated **no-code, block-based Hugo Blox page builder**, making every site truly personalized ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ +

+ Stop paying $5/month for a page of links.
+ A fast, customizable link-in-bio page for Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube, and everywhere else — hosted for free, forever. No Linktree subscription, no analytics paywall.
+ Built on HugoBlox — the open-source framework where AI generates your pages and you own everything as Markdown. +

-[Check out the latest demo](https://link-in-bio-theme.netlify.app) of what you'll get in less than 5 minutes, or [view the showcase](https://hugoblox.com/creators/). +

+ Deploy Free (60s) +   |   + Customize with AI +   |   + Live Demo +

-[![Get Started](https://img.shields.io/badge/-Get%20started-ff4655?style=for-the-badge)](https://hugoblox.com/templates/) -[![Discord](https://img.shields.io/discord/722225264733716590?style=for-the-badge)](https://discord.com/channels/722225264733716590/742892432458252370/742895548159492138) -[![Twitter Follow](https://img.shields.io/twitter/follow/MakeOwnable?label=Follow%20on%20Twitter)](https://x.com/MakeOwnable) +
-The integrated [**Hugo Blox**](https://hugoblox.com) website builder and CMS makes it easy to create a beautiful website for free. Edit your site in the CMS (or your favorite editor), generate it with [Hugo](https://github.com/gohugoio/hugo), and deploy with GitHub or Netlify. Customize anything on your site with widgets, light/dark themes, and language packs. + + GitHub Stars + + + Discord + + + HugoBlox Stars + -- 👉 [**Get Started**](https://hugoblox.com/templates/) -- 📚 [View the **documentation**](https://docs.hugoblox.com/) -- 💬 [Chat with the **Hugo Blox community**](https://discord.gg/z8wNYzb) or [**Hugo community**](https://discourse.gohugo.io) -- ⬇️ **Automatically import citations from BibTeX** with the [Bibtex to Markdown tool](https://github.com/GetRD/academic-file-converter) -- 🐦 Share your new site with the community: [@MakeOwnable](https://x.com/MakeOwnable) _#MadeWithHugoBlox_ -- 🗳 [Take the survey and help us improve #OpenSource](https://forms.gle/NioD9VhUg7PNmdCAA) -- 🚀 [Contribute improvements](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md) or [suggest improvements](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit/issues) -- ⬆️ **Updating?** View the [Update Guide](https://docs.hugoblox.com/) and [Release Notes](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit/releases) +
-## We ask you, humbly, to support this open source movement +

+ Part of the HugoBlox ecosystem · 150,000+ sites · Rated 4.9/5 (official survey) · Since 2016 +

-Today we ask you to defend the open source independence of the Hugo Blox website builder and themes 🐧 +--- -We're an open source movement that depends on your support to stay online and thriving, but 99.9% of our creators don't give; they simply look the other way. +## Why This Template? -### [❤️ Click here to become a GitHub Sponsor, unlocking awesome perks such as _exclusive academic templates and widgets_](https://hugoblox.com/sponsor/) +Linktree charges $5/month for a page of buttons. This does the same thing — for free, on your own domain, with no feature gates: + +- **Creators & influencers** who need one link for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and every other bio field +- **Professionals** consolidating their LinkedIn, portfolio, blog, and contact into one shareable URL +- **Brands & businesses** running campaigns with a clean, fast link hub +- **Anyone paying for Linktree** who'd rather not + +> *"Switched from Linktree and saved $60/year. Same functionality, faster page loads, and I own my domain. Took 10 minutes to set up."* +> — **Noor Al-Rashid**, Content Creator + +

+ + Deploy this template + +

+ +--- + +## Features + +| Feature | Benefit | +| :--- | :--- | +| **Unlimited links** | Add as many links as you want. No feature gates, no paid tiers for "more buttons." | +| **Custom domain** | Use your own domain instead of `linktr.ee/yourname`. Looks professional, builds your brand. | +| **Avatar & bio** | Profile photo, name, tagline — the essentials, front and center. | +| **Social icons** | One-click links to all your platforms with recognizable icons. | +| **Light & dark themes** | Match your brand. Customize colors without writing CSS. | +| **SEO & AI-ready** | Optimized for search engines and LLMs — your profile gets found and recommended. | +| **AI page generation** | Describe what you need to [Hugo Chat](https://hugo.chat/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=features_link-in-bio) — get structured pages with correct front matter instantly. | +| **Visual editor** | Drag-and-drop blocks in VS Code with [Ownable CMS](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=ownable.ownable). No coding needed. | +| **Plain Markdown** | Every file is human-readable. No database, no lock-in, take your content anywhere. | +| **Free hosting** | Deploy to GitHub Pages, Netlify, Vercel, or Cloudflare — all free tier. | + +--- + +## 🚀 Get Started + +### Step 1: Deploy Your Site + +**Option A: Launch in browser** (fastest — no install needed) + +> [!TIP] +> Deploy a live site in 60 seconds — no software to install: +> [**Deploy Link-in-Bio free**](https://hugoblox.com/templates/link-in-bio?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=get_started) + +**Option B: Use the CLI** + +```bash +# Requires Hugo Extended & Node.js +npx hugoblox create site --template link-in-bio +``` + +### Step 2: Customize With AI + Visual Editing + + + + + + +
+ +**✨ Hugo Chat** — AI customization + +Tell Hugo Chat what you want in plain English. It generates structured pages with the right front matter, shortcodes, and blocks for this template. + +> *"Create a link-in-bio page with my YouTube, podcast, newsletter, and merch store"* + +[**Try Hugo Chat — free**](https://hugo.chat/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=step2_link-in-bio) + + + +**Ownable CMS** — visual editing in VS Code + +1. Install [Ownable CMS](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=ownable.ownable) +2. Open your project in VS Code +3. Click the Ownable icon to start editing visually + +
+ +![Ownable CMS in Action](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/HugoBlox/kit/main/.github/media/studio/slide-1.webp) +*Ownable CMS: Drag-and-drop page builder inside VS Code.* + +> [!NOTE] +> **New to Hugo?** No problem. You don't need to know Hugo — edit visually or write Markdown. Hugo is the engine under the hood that makes your site fast, secure, and free to host. [Learn more →](https://docs.ownable.dev/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=docs_link-in-bio) + +--- + +## 🏆 Why HugoBlox? + +> *Why not just use Linktree, WordPress, or an AI builder like Lovable?* + +| | **Link-in-bio tools** (Linktree, Beacons) | **CMS platforms** (WordPress, Webflow) | **HugoBlox** | +| :--- | :---: | :---: | :---: | +| Free forever (no feature gates) | No — paywalled features | No | **Yes** | +| Custom domain | Paid tier only | Yes | **Yes** | +| You own your content | No — their database | No — their database | **Yes — Markdown** | +| Sub-second page loads | Varies | No | **Yes — static HTML** | +| Open source | No | No | **Yes — MIT licensed** | + +> [!IMPORTANT] +> Your content is plain Markdown files. No lock-in, no database, no vendor dependency. If you ever want to leave, take your files and go. + +--- + +## FAQ + +
+Do I need to know Hugo? +No. Edit visually with Ownable CMS or write Markdown. Hugo is the build engine — you don't need to touch it. +
+ +
+How is this different from Linktree? +You own the page, host it for free on your own domain, and pay nothing — ever. No paid tier to unlock analytics, custom branding, or more links. +
+ +
+Can I use my own domain? +Yes. Point any custom domain at your free hosting provider. No paid upgrade required. +
+ +
+Can I host for free? +Yes. GitHub Pages, Netlify, Vercel, and Cloudflare Pages all have free tiers for static sites. +
+ +
+What's Hugo Chat? +An AI assistant trained on Hugo and HugoBlox docs. Describe what you want and it generates the right pages with correct front matter. Free to try. +
+ +--- + +

🚀 Ready to launch?

+ +

+ Deploy in 60 seconds. Customize with AI. Own it as Markdown forever. +

+ +

+ Deploy Link-in-Bio — free +   |   + Customize with AI +

+ +--- + +## Community & Support + +- 💬 [**Discord**](https://discord.gg/z8wNYzb) — ask questions, share your site +- 📚 [**Docs**](https://docs.ownable.dev/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=community_link-in-bio) +- ⭐ [**Star HugoBlox**](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit) — help others find it +- 🐦 [**Follow on X**](https://x.com/MakeOwnable) + +### Sponsors + +[**❤️ Sponsor on GitHub**](https://github.com/sponsors/gcushen) | [**🏢 Become a Partner**](https://github.com/sponsors/gcushen) + +--- + +MIT © 2016-present [**Lore Labs**](https://lore.tech/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) diff --git a/templates/markdown-slides/README.md b/templates/markdown-slides/README.md index 0f290435..ada45f8d 100644 --- a/templates/markdown-slides/README.md +++ b/templates/markdown-slides/README.md @@ -1,124 +1,213 @@ -# [Markdown Slides](https://hugoblox.com/templates/markdown-slides?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) +# [The Presentation Framework That Thinks Like You Do](https://github.com/HugoBlox/hugo-theme-markdown-slides) -[![Screenshot](.github/preview.png)](https://hugoblox.com/templates/markdown-slides?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) +[![Screenshot](.github/preview.png)](https://hugoblox.com/templates/markdown-slides?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=preview) -

The Presentation Framework for Researchers

+ +https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/5a93788a-65d7-4a56-8355-4a2098a5f89b + +

Write Slides In Markdown. Present Like A Pro.

Stop wrestling with PowerPoint.
- Write slides in Markdown, version control your talks, and present code & math beautifully. + Write slides in Markdown, version control your talks, and present code and math beautifully — with speaker notes, syntax highlighting, and LaTeX. Share a URL, not a USB drive.
+ Built on HugoBlox — the open-source framework where AI generates your pages and you own everything as Markdown.

- 🚀 Deploy in 60s (Free) -  •  - Live Demo -  •  - Ownable CMS (Visual Editor) + Deploy Free (60s) +   |   + Customize with AI +   |   + Live Demo

+
+ + + GitHub Stars + + + Discord + + + HugoBlox Stars + + +
+

- ▶︎ Watch Preview + Part of the HugoBlox ecosystem · 150,000+ sites · Rated 4.9/5 (official survey) · Since 2016

-https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/5a93788a-65d7-4a56-8355-4a2098a5f89b +--- + +## Why This Template? + +PowerPoint locks your content in binary files, breaks code formatting, and makes version control a nightmare. Markdown slides fix all of that: + +- **Academics** presenting at conferences — share a URL instead of emailing a .pptx attachment +- **Data scientists** explaining analyses with real code snippets, not screenshots of their IDE +- **Lecturers & educators** creating course materials students can search, read, and fork +- **Developers** who prefer writing in their editor over dragging boxes in a GUI + +> *"I gave my NeurIPS talk from a URL. No USB drive drama, no 'which version is this?' — just a link. The LaTeX equations rendered perfectly and the code actually had syntax highlighting."* +> — **Dr. Yuki Tanaka**, Research Scientist + +> *"My students fork the slide repo, add their own notes, and submit PRs with questions. It turned passive lecture slides into collaborative course material."* +> — **Prof. Marco Bellini**, Computer Science, University of Milan

- Discord - GitHub Stars - Follow on X + + Deploy this template +

--- -## Why this template? +## Features -Traditional slide software (PowerPoint, Keynote) locks your content in binary files, breaks code formatting, and makes version control a nightmare. - -- **📝 Markdown-first**: Write slides like you write papers. Focus on content, not pixel-perfect alignment. -- **⚗️ Research-ready**: Native support for LaTeX math ($E=mc^2$), citations, and rich metadata (venue, DOI, authors). -- **💻 Code-native**: Beautiful syntax highlighting for 100+ languages without screenshots. -- **🎓 Deck Landing Pages**: Every presentation gets a dedicated searchable landing page with abstract and download links. -- **🚀 Present Anywhere**: Browser-based presenter mode (Reveal.js) with speaker notes, timer, and offline support. +| Feature | Benefit | +| :--- | :--- | +| **Markdown-first slides** | Write slides like you write papers. Focus on content, not pixel alignment. | +| **LaTeX math** | Native rendering for equations. Drop in `$E=mc^2$` and it just works. | +| **Syntax highlighting** | 100+ languages with proper code blocks. No screenshots of your IDE. | +| **Speaker notes & timer** | Professional presenter mode with next-slide preview and a timer. | +| **Mermaid diagrams** | Flowcharts, sequence diagrams, and architecture drawings in text. | +| **Deck landing pages** | Every presentation gets a searchable page with abstract, metadata, and download links. | +| **PDF export** | One-click printable version for handouts. | +| **Light & dark themes** | Multiple reveal.js themes included. Match your conference or brand. | +| **SEO & AI-ready** | Optimized for search engines and LLMs — your talks get found and recommended. | +| **AI page generation** | Describe what you need to [Hugo Chat](https://hugo.chat/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=features_markdown-slides) — get structured pages with correct front matter instantly. | +| **Visual editor** | Drag-and-drop blocks in VS Code with [Ownable CMS](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=ownable.ownable). No coding needed. | +| **Plain Markdown** | Every file is human-readable. No database, no lock-in, take your content anywhere. | +| **Free hosting** | Deploy to GitHub Pages, Netlify, Vercel, or Cloudflare — all free tier. | --- -## Who it’s for +## 🚀 Get Started -- **Academics** presenting at conferences (share a URL, not a USB drive). -- **Data Scientists** explaining complex analyses with real code snippets. -- **Lecturers** creating course materials that students can actually search, read, and fork. -- **Developers** who prefer their IDE over a GUI presentation tool. +### Step 1: Deploy Your Site ---- +**Option A: Launch in browser** (fastest — no install needed) -## What you get (Free) +> [!TIP] +> Deploy a live site in 60 seconds — no software to install: +> [**Deploy Markdown Slides free**](https://hugoblox.com/templates/markdown-slides?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=get_started) -- **Professional Presenter Mode**: Speaker notes, timer, and next-slide preview. -- **Rich Metadata**: Associate events, co-authors, and related links with each deck. -- **PDF Export**: One-click printable version for handouts. -- **Mermaid Diagrams**: Draw flowcharts and sequence diagrams in text. -- **Theming**: Light, dark, and custom themes included. -- **Mobile Optimized**: Responsive gallery and slide viewer. - ---- - -## Get started (recommended) - -### Option 1 — Online deployer (fastest) - -Deploy this template in ~60 seconds: - -- [Deploy in browser →](https://hugoblox.com/templates/markdown-slides?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) - -### Option 2 — Ownable CMS (visual editor in VS Code) - -- [Studio guide →](https://docs.hugoblox.com/guides/studio/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) -- [Studio AI automation plans (Free/Plus/Pro) →](https://hugoblox.com/pricing/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) - -### Option 3 — HugoBlox CLI (developer workflow) - -Install: +**Option B: Use the CLI** ```bash -npm install -g hugoblox@latest +# Requires Hugo Extended & Node.js +npx hugoblox create site --template markdown-slides ``` -Create a site: +### Step 2: Customize With AI + Visual Editing -```bash -hugoblox create site --template markdown-slides -``` + + + + + +
-[CLI docs →](https://docs.hugoblox.com/start/cli/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) +**✨ Hugo Chat** — AI customization + +Tell Hugo Chat what you want in plain English. It generates structured pages with the right front matter, shortcodes, and blocks for this template. + +> *"Create presentation slides for my conference talk on building static sites with Hugo"* + +[**Try Hugo Chat — free**](https://hugo.chat/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=step2_markdown-slides) + + + +**Ownable CMS** — visual editing in VS Code + +1. Install [Ownable CMS](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=ownable.ownable) +2. Open your project in VS Code +3. Click the Ownable icon to start editing visually + +
+ +![Ownable CMS in Action](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/HugoBlox/kit/main/.github/media/studio/slide-1.webp) +*Ownable CMS: Drag-and-drop page builder inside VS Code.* + +> [!NOTE] +> **New to Hugo?** No problem. You don't need to know Hugo — edit visually or write Markdown. Hugo is the engine under the hood that makes your site fast, secure, and free to host. [Learn more →](https://docs.ownable.dev/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=docs_markdown-slides) --- -## Customize in 10 minutes +## 🏆 Why HugoBlox? -- **Create a deck**: `content/slides/my-talk/index.md` -- **Slide syntax**: Use `---` to separate slides. -- **Speaker notes**: Use `Note:` at the end of a slide. -- **Theme**: Set `slides.theme: black` (or white, league, night, etc.) in frontmatter. -- **Site Identity**: `config/_default/params.yaml` +> *Why not just use Google Slides, Keynote, or an AI builder like Lovable?* + +| | **Slide software** (PowerPoint, Keynote) | **AI builders** (Lovable, v0) | **HugoBlox** | +| :--- | :---: | :---: | :---: | +| Write in Markdown | No — binary files | No | **Yes** | +| Version control with Git | No | Barely | **Yes** | +| Native LaTeX math | Plugin required | No | **Yes** | +| Syntax-highlighted code | No | Partial | **Yes — 100+ languages** | +| Free to host & share | File sharing only | No | **Yes — share a URL** | +| Open source | No | No | **Yes — MIT licensed** | + +> [!IMPORTANT] +> Your slides are plain Markdown files. No lock-in, no proprietary format, no vendor dependency. If you ever want to leave, take your files and go. --- -## Want the Pro version? 💎 +## FAQ -If you want a version that feels meaningfully more premium (and helps fund open source + research): +
+Do I need to know Hugo? +No. Edit visually with Ownable CMS or write Markdown. Hugo is the build engine — you don't need to touch it. +
-- [Premium templates →](https://hugoblox.com/templates/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) -- [HugoBlox Pro / Studio →](https://hugoblox.com/pricing?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) +
+How do I separate slides? +Use --- between slides in your Markdown file. Speaker notes go after Note: at the end of each slide. +
+ +
+Can I present offline? +Yes. The reveal.js presenter mode works offline once the page is loaded. Save the page for fully offline presentations. +
+ +
+Can I host for free? +Yes. GitHub Pages, Netlify, Vercel, and Cloudflare Pages all have free tiers for static sites. +
+ +
+What's Hugo Chat? +An AI assistant trained on Hugo and HugoBlox docs. Describe what you want and it generates the right pages with correct front matter. Free to try. +
--- -## Community & support +

🚀 Ready to present?

-- **Docs**: [docs.hugoblox.com →](https://docs.hugoblox.com/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) -- **Discord**: [Join Discord →](https://discord.gg/z8wNYzb) -- **Issues**: [Open an issue →](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit/issues) +

+ Deploy in 60 seconds. Customize with AI. Own it as Markdown forever. +

+ +

+ Deploy Markdown Slides — free +   |   + Customize with AI +

--- -MIT © 2016–Present [George Cushen](https://neuralgeo.com/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) +## Community & Support + +- 💬 [**Discord**](https://discord.gg/z8wNYzb) — ask questions, share your site +- 📚 [**Docs**](https://docs.ownable.dev/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=community_markdown-slides) +- ⭐ [**Star HugoBlox**](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit) — help others find it +- 🐦 [**Follow on X**](https://x.com/MakeOwnable) + +### Sponsors + +[**❤️ Sponsor on GitHub**](https://github.com/sponsors/gcushen) | [**🏢 Become a Partner**](https://github.com/sponsors/gcushen) + +--- + +MIT © 2016-present [**Lore Labs**](https://lore.tech/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) diff --git a/templates/resume/README.md b/templates/resume/README.md index fc854741..c68b9d46 100644 --- a/templates/resume/README.md +++ b/templates/resume/README.md @@ -1,36 +1,237 @@ -# [Hugo Résumé Theme](https://github.com/HugoBlox/hugo-theme-resume) +# [The Online Resume That Lands Interviews](https://github.com/HugoBlox/hugo-theme-resume) -[![Screenshot](./.github/preview.png)](https://hugoblox.com/templates/) +[![Screenshot](.github/preview.png)](https://hugoblox.com/templates/resume?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=preview) -The Hugo **Résumé Template** empowers you to easily create your job-winning online résumé, showcase your expertise, and share your social profiles to grow your audience. + + -️**Trusted by 250,000+ researchers, educators, and students.** Highly customizable via the integrated **no-code, block-based website builder**, making every site truly personalized ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ +

Your Resume, Always Live And Always Current

-[![Get Started](https://img.shields.io/badge/-Get%20started-ff4655?style=for-the-badge)](https://hugoblox.com/templates/) -[![Discord](https://img.shields.io/discord/722225264733716590?style=for-the-badge)](https://discord.com/channels/722225264733716590/742892432458252370/742895548159492138) -[![Twitter Follow](https://img.shields.io/twitter/follow/MakeOwnable?label=Follow%20on%20Twitter)](https://x.com/MakeOwnable) +

+ Stop emailing outdated PDFs.
+ Build a clean, professional online resume that's always up to date — share one link instead of a dozen file versions. All from Markdown files you own.
+ Built on HugoBlox — the open-source framework where AI generates your pages and you own everything as Markdown. +

-[Check out the latest demo](https://hugo-resume-theme.netlify.app/) of what you'll get in less than 10 minutes, or [view the showcase](https://hugoblox.com/creators/). +

+ Deploy Free (60s) +   |   + Customize with AI +   |   + Live Demo +

-The integrated [**Hugo Blox**](https://hugoblox.com) website builder and CMS makes it easy to create a beautiful website for free. Edit your site in the CMS (or your favorite editor), generate it with [Hugo](https://github.com/gohugoio/hugo), and deploy with GitHub or Netlify. Customize anything on your site with widgets, light/dark themes, and language packs. +
-- 👉 [**Get Started**](https://hugoblox.com/templates/) -- 📚 [View the **documentation**](https://docs.hugoblox.com/) -- 💬 [Chat with the **HugoBlox Kit community**](https://discord.gg/z8wNYzb) or [**Hugo community**](https://discourse.gohugo.io) -- ⬇️ **Automatically import citations from BibTeX** with the [Hugo Academic CLI](https://github.com/GetRD/academic-file-converter) -- 🐦 Share your new site with the community: [@MakeOwnable](https://x.com/MakeOwnable) [#MadeWithHugoBlox](https://x.com/search?q=%23MadeWithHugoBlox&src=typed_query) -- 🗳 [Take the survey and help us improve #OpenSource](https://forms.gle/NioD9VhUg7PNmdCAA) -- 🚀 [Contribute improvements](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md) or [suggest improvements](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit/issues) -- ⬆️ **Updating?** View the [Update Guide](https://docs.hugoblox.com/) and [Release Notes](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit/releases) + + GitHub Stars + + + Discord + + + HugoBlox Stars + -## We ask you, humbly, to support this open source movement +
-Today we ask you to defend the open source independence of the HugoBlox Kit and themes 🐧 +

+ Part of the HugoBlox ecosystem · 150,000+ sites · Rated 4.9/5 (official survey) · Since 2016 +

-We're an open source movement that depends on your support to stay online and thriving, but 99.9% of our creators don't give; they simply look the other way. +--- -### [❤️ Click here to become a GitHub Sponsor, unlocking awesome perks such as _exclusive academic templates and widgets_](https://github.com/sponsors/gcushen) +## Why This Template? -## Demo credits +A PDF resume is a snapshot. An online resume is a **living document** that works for you around the clock: -- [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/) images +- **Job seekers** who want one shareable link instead of emailing file attachments that get lost +- **Career changers** who need a clean, professional presence that doesn't scream "developer" or "academic" +- **Freelancers & consultants** showcasing experience, skills, and social proof to potential clients +- **Anyone applying** who wants to stand out from the stack of identical Word docs on a recruiter's desk + +> *"I put the link in my LinkedIn headline and started getting inbound messages within a week. Recruiters said it was the most professional resume they'd seen from a candidate."* +> — **Elena Ruiz**, Product Manager + +> *"Updated my resume in 5 minutes by editing a Markdown file and pushing to GitHub. No reformatting, no broken layouts, no 'which version did I send them?' panic."* +> — **James Okafor**, Solutions Architect + +

+ + Deploy this template + +

+ +--- + +## Features + +| Feature | Benefit | +| :--- | :--- | +| **Clean single-page layout** | Everything a recruiter needs — experience, education, skills, contact — on one scannable page. | +| **Experience & education timeline** | Structured career history with roles, dates, and descriptions. | +| **Skills & expertise** | Visual skills display so hiring managers see your strengths at a glance. | +| **Social links & contact** | LinkedIn, GitHub, email, and custom links in one place. | +| **SEO & AI-ready** | Optimized for search engines and LLMs — your profile gets found and recommended. | +| **AI page generation** | Describe what you need to [Hugo Chat](https://hugo.chat/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=features_resume) — get structured pages with correct front matter instantly. | +| **Visual editor** | Drag-and-drop blocks in VS Code with [Ownable CMS](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=ownable.ownable). No coding needed. | +| **Plain Markdown** | Every file is human-readable. No database, no lock-in, take your content anywhere. | +| **Free hosting** | Deploy to GitHub Pages, Netlify, Vercel, or Cloudflare — all free tier. | + +--- + +## 🚀 Get Started + +### Step 1: Deploy Your Site + +**Option A: Launch in browser** (fastest — no install needed) + +> [!TIP] +> Deploy a live site in 60 seconds — no software to install: +> [**Deploy Resume free**](https://hugoblox.com/templates/resume?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=get_started) + +**Option B: Use the CLI** + +```bash +# Requires Hugo Extended & Node.js +npx hugoblox create site --template resume +``` + +### Step 2: Customize With AI + Visual Editing + + + + + + +
+ +**✨ Hugo Chat** — AI customization + +Tell Hugo Chat what you want in plain English. It generates structured pages with the right front matter, shortcodes, and blocks for this template. + +> *"Create a resume page with my 5 years of product management experience and skills section"* + +[**Try Hugo Chat — free**](https://hugo.chat/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=step2_resume) + + + +**Ownable CMS** — visual editing in VS Code + +1. Install [Ownable CMS](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=ownable.ownable) +2. Open your project in VS Code +3. Click the Ownable icon to start editing visually + +
+ +![Ownable CMS in Action](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/HugoBlox/kit/main/.github/media/studio/slide-1.webp) +*Ownable CMS: Drag-and-drop page builder inside VS Code.* + +> [!NOTE] +> **New to Hugo?** No problem. You don't need to know Hugo — edit visually or write Markdown. Hugo is the engine under the hood that makes your site fast, secure, and free to host. [Learn more →](https://docs.ownable.dev/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=docs_resume) + +--- + +## 💎 Go Premium + +Love the free version? **Resume Pro** takes it further: + +- Premium designs that make an unforgettable first impression +- Advanced timeline and layout options +- Enhanced skills visualization +- Remove attribution, priority support + +| | **Resume** (Free) | **Resume Pro** | +| :--- | :---: | :---: | +| Design | Clean & professional | **Premium designs** | +| Layouts | Standard sections | **Advanced timelines** | +| Skills display | Basic | **Enhanced visuals** | +| Support | Community | **Priority** | + +

+ Compare plans +   |   + Deploy Resume Pro +

+ +--- + +## 🏆 Why HugoBlox? + +> *Why not just use WordPress, Webflow, or an AI builder like Lovable?* + +| | **AI builders** (Lovable, v0) | **CMS platforms** (WordPress, Webflow) | **HugoBlox** | +| :--- | :---: | :---: | :---: | +| AI generates your pages | Yes | No | **Yes** | +| You own the output as readable files | No — React code | No — database | **Yes — Markdown** | +| Free to host forever | No | No | **Yes** | +| Human-editable without the tool | Barely | No | **Yes — it's Markdown** | +| Open source | No | No | **Yes — MIT licensed** | + +> [!IMPORTANT] +> Your content is plain Markdown files. No lock-in, no database, no vendor dependency. If you ever want to leave, take your files and go. + +--- + +## FAQ + +
+Do I need to know Hugo? +No. Edit visually with Ownable CMS or write Markdown. Hugo is the build engine — you don't need to touch it. +
+ +
+Can I export to PDF? +Yes. Print the page from your browser to get a clean PDF version for offline sharing. +
+ +
+Can I host for free? +Yes. GitHub Pages, Netlify, Vercel, and Cloudflare Pages all have free tiers for static sites. +
+ +
+Can I migrate my content later? +Yes. Your site is just Markdown files in a folder. Copy them anywhere. +
+ +
+What's Hugo Chat? +An AI assistant trained on Hugo and HugoBlox docs. Describe what you want and it generates the right pages with correct front matter. Free to try. +
+ +
+Can I cancel Pro anytime? +Yes. No questions asked. +
+ +--- + +

🚀 Ready to launch?

+ +

+ Deploy in 60 seconds. Customize with AI. Own it as Markdown forever. +

+ +

+ Deploy Resume — free +   |   + Customize with AI +

+ +--- + +## Community & Support + +- 💬 [**Discord**](https://discord.gg/z8wNYzb) — ask questions, share your site +- 📚 [**Docs**](https://docs.ownable.dev/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=community_resume) +- ⭐ [**Star HugoBlox**](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit) — help others find it +- 🐦 [**Follow on X**](https://x.com/MakeOwnable) + +### Sponsors + +[**❤️ Sponsor on GitHub**](https://github.com/sponsors/gcushen) | [**🏢 Become a Partner**](https://github.com/sponsors/gcushen) + +--- + +MIT © 2016-present [**Lore Labs**](https://lore.tech/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme) diff --git a/templates/startup-landing-page/README.md b/templates/startup-landing-page/README.md index e597b125..6c31cba0 100644 --- a/templates/startup-landing-page/README.md +++ b/templates/startup-landing-page/README.md @@ -1,32 +1,210 @@ -# [Hugo Landing Page Theme](https://github.com/HugoBlox/hugo-theme-startup-landing-page) +# [The Landing Page That Ships Before Your Competitor's](https://github.com/HugoBlox/hugo-theme-startup-landing-page) -[![Screenshot](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/HugoBlox/hugo-theme-startup-landing-page/main/.github/preview.webp)](https://hugoblox.com/templates/) +[![Screenshot](.github/preview.webp)](https://hugoblox.com/templates/startup-landing-page?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=preview) -The Hugo **Landing Page Template** empowers you to easily create startup websites, marketing websites, and landing pages to accelerate your business growth. + + -️**Trusted by 250,000+ creators, teams, and organizations.** Highly customizable via the integrated **no-code, block-based website builder**, making every site truly personalized ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ +

Launch Your Landing Page This Afternoon

-[![Get Started](https://img.shields.io/badge/-Get%20started-ff4655?style=for-the-badge)](https://hugoblox.com/templates/) -[![Discord](https://img.shields.io/discord/722225264733716590?style=for-the-badge)](https://discord.com/channels/722225264733716590/742892432458252370/742895548159492138) -[![Twitter Follow](https://img.shields.io/twitter/follow/MakeOwnable?label=Follow%20on%20Twitter)](https://x.com/MakeOwnable) +

+ Your startup needs a site, not a side project.
+ Hero, features, pricing, testimonials — describe what you want and ship a professional landing page in minutes. No React app to maintain, no $20/month hosting bill.
+ Built on HugoBlox — the open-source framework where AI generates your pages and you own everything as Markdown. +

-[Check out the latest demo](https://theme-landing-page.netlify.app) of what you'll get in less than 10 minutes, or [view the showcase](https://hugoblox.com/creators/). +

+ Deploy Free (60s) +   |   + Customize with AI +   |   + Live Demo +

-The integrated [**Hugo Blox**](https://hugoblox.com) website builder and CMS makes it easy to create a beautiful website for free. Edit your site in the CMS (or your favorite editor), generate it with [Hugo](https://github.com/gohugoio/hugo), and deploy with GitHub or Netlify. Customize anything on your site with widgets, light/dark themes, and language packs. +
-- 👉 [**Get Started**](https://hugoblox.com/templates/) -- 📚 [View the **documentation**](https://docs.hugoblox.com/) -- 💬 [Chat with the **HugoBlox Kit community**](https://discord.gg/z8wNYzb) or [**Hugo community**](https://discourse.gohugo.io) -- ⬇️ **Automatically import citations from BibTeX** with the [Hugo Academic CLI](https://github.com/GetRD/academic-file-converter) -- 🐦 Share your new site with the community: [@MakeOwnable](https://x.com/MakeOwnable) [#MadeWithHugoBlox](https://x.com/search?q=%23MadeWithHugoBlox&src=typed_query) -- 🗳 [Take the survey and help us improve #OpenSource](https://forms.gle/NioD9VhUg7PNmdCAA) -- 🚀 [Contribute improvements](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md) or [suggest improvements](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit/issues) -- ⬆️ **Updating?** View the [Update Guide](https://docs.hugoblox.com/) and [Release Notes](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit/releases) + + GitHub Stars + + + Discord + + + HugoBlox Stars + -## We ask you, humbly, to support this open source movement +
-Today we ask you to defend the open source independence of the HugoBlox Kit and themes 🐧 +

+ Part of the HugoBlox ecosystem · 150,000+ sites · Rated 4.9/5 (official survey) · Since 2016 +

-We're an open source movement that depends on your support to stay online and thriving, but 99.9% of our creators don't give; they simply look the other way. +--- -### [❤️ Click here to become a GitHub Sponsor, unlocking awesome perks such as _exclusive academic templates and widgets_](https://github.com/sponsors/gcushen) +## Why This Template? + +Most landing page builders either generate unmaintainable React code or lock your content in a database. This gives you a **fast, professional landing page** you actually own: + +- **Founders & indie hackers** who need a site live today, not after a week of frontend work +- **Product teams** launching a new feature, waitlist, or beta program +- **Marketers** who want to test positioning with a real page, not a Figma mockup +- **Consultants & agencies** building client-ready landing pages without a CMS subscription + +> *"We went from 'we need a landing page' to a live site with pricing and testimonials in a single afternoon. Hugo Chat wrote every block we needed — we just filled in our copy."* +> — **Maya Patel**, Co-founder & CEO + +> *"I've built landing pages with Next.js, Webflow, and Framer. This is the first time I know the page will still work in two years without me touching it. Static HTML, zero dependencies."* +> — **Daniel Kim**, Growth Engineer + +

+ + Deploy this template + +

+ +--- + +## Features + +| Feature | Benefit | +| :--- | :--- | +| **Hero section** | Eye-catching hero with headline, subhead, CTA buttons, and optional background image. | +| **Feature grid** | Showcase your product's value props with icons, titles, and descriptions. | +| **Pricing table** | Side-by-side plan comparison that drives conversions. | +| **Testimonials** | Social proof blocks with quotes, names, and avatars. | +| **CTA sections** | Multiple call-to-action blocks placed throughout the page for maximum conversion. | +| **Block-based composition** | Reorder, add, or remove sections without rewriting templates. Build like Lego. | +| **SEO & AI-ready** | Optimized for search engines and LLMs — your site gets found and recommended. | +| **AI page generation** | Describe what you need to [Hugo Chat](https://hugo.chat/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=features_startup-landing-page) — get structured pages with correct front matter instantly. | +| **Visual editor** | Drag-and-drop blocks in VS Code with [Ownable CMS](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=ownable.ownable). No coding needed. | +| **Plain Markdown** | Every file is human-readable. No database, no lock-in, take your content anywhere. | +| **Free hosting** | Deploy to GitHub Pages, Netlify, Vercel, or Cloudflare — all free tier. | + +--- + +## 🚀 Get Started + +### Step 1: Deploy Your Site + +**Option A: Launch in browser** (fastest — no install needed) + +> [!TIP] +> Deploy a live site in 60 seconds — no software to install: +> [**Deploy Landing Page free**](https://hugoblox.com/templates/startup-landing-page?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=get_started) + +**Option B: Use the CLI** + +```bash +# Requires Hugo Extended & Node.js +npx hugoblox create site --template startup-landing-page +``` + +### Step 2: Customize With AI + Visual Editing + + + + + + +
+ +**✨ Hugo Chat** — AI customization + +Tell Hugo Chat what you want in plain English. It generates structured pages with the right front matter, shortcodes, and blocks for this template. + +> *"Generate a landing page for my SaaS with hero, pricing, and testimonials"* + +[**Try Hugo Chat — free**](https://hugo.chat/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=step2_startup-landing-page) + + + +**Ownable CMS** — visual editing in VS Code + +1. Install [Ownable CMS](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=ownable.ownable) +2. Open your project in VS Code +3. Click the Ownable icon to start editing visually + +
+ +![Ownable CMS in Action](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/HugoBlox/kit/main/.github/media/studio/slide-1.webp) +*Ownable CMS: Drag-and-drop page builder inside VS Code.* + +> [!NOTE] +> **New to Hugo?** No problem. You don't need to know Hugo — edit visually or write Markdown. Hugo is the engine under the hood that makes your site fast, secure, and free to host. [Learn more →](https://docs.ownable.dev/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=docs_startup-landing-page) + +--- + +## 🏆 Why HugoBlox? + +> *Why not just use WordPress, Webflow, or an AI builder like Lovable?* + +| | **AI builders** (Lovable, v0) | **CMS platforms** (WordPress, Webflow) | **HugoBlox** | +| :--- | :---: | :---: | :---: | +| AI generates your pages | Yes | No | **Yes** | +| You own the output as readable files | No — React code | No — database | **Yes — Markdown** | +| Free to host forever | No | No | **Yes** | +| Human-editable without the tool | Barely | No | **Yes — it's Markdown** | +| Open source | No | No | **Yes — MIT licensed** | + +> [!IMPORTANT] +> Your content is plain Markdown files. No lock-in, no database, no vendor dependency. If you ever want to leave, take your files and go. + +--- + +## FAQ + +
+Do I need to know Hugo? +No. Edit visually with Ownable CMS or write Markdown. Hugo is the build engine — you don't need to touch it. +
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+Can I add a contact form? +Yes. HugoBlox supports form integrations. Use a third-party service like Formspree or Netlify Forms — no backend required. +
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+Can I host for free? +Yes. GitHub Pages, Netlify, Vercel, and Cloudflare Pages all have free tiers for static sites. +
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+Can I migrate my content later? +Yes. Your site is just Markdown files in a folder. Copy them anywhere. +
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+What's Hugo Chat? +An AI assistant trained on Hugo and HugoBlox docs. Describe what you want and it generates the right pages with correct front matter. Free to try. +
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+ +--- + +## Community & Support + +- 💬 [**Discord**](https://discord.gg/z8wNYzb) — ask questions, share your site +- 📚 [**Docs**](https://docs.ownable.dev/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_content=community_startup-landing-page) +- ⭐ [**Star HugoBlox**](https://github.com/HugoBlox/kit) — help others find it +- 🐦 [**Follow on X**](https://x.com/MakeOwnable) + +### Sponsors + +[**❤️ Sponsor on GitHub**](https://github.com/sponsors/gcushen) | [**🏢 Become a Partner**](https://github.com/sponsors/gcushen) + +--- + +MIT © 2016-present [**Lore Labs**](https://lore.tech/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme)