Writing HTML in HTML (2019)
a year ago
- #static-site-generators
- #web-development
- #html
- The author declares their final website rewrite, opting for pure HTML over static site generators like Jekyll or Hugo.
- Highlights the benefits of using pure HTML: fewer sources to track, no need for additional installations, and no limitations imposed by static site generators.
- Mentions the main drawback of HTML: it's unpleasant to write, but suggests better editors like WYSIWYG Composer in Seamonkey or HTML Notepad as solutions.
- Advocates for copying boilerplate HTML or using shell scripts to streamline the creation of new posts or pages.
- Encourages embracing the uniqueness of each post's design, viewing them as 'time capsules' rather than enforcing uniformity.
- Acknowledges that their approach may not appeal to everyone but targets those frustrated with constant rewrites and static site generator limitations.