Get Started with GitHub Pages Themes

Are you looking for a simple and easy way to create a new website using the Just the Docs theme? Look no further! With GitHub Pages, you can build and preview your site locally, making it easy to customize and publish on GitHub Pages. In this article, we'll explore how to get started with creating a site using the Just the Docs Template.

Building Your Site Locally

If Jekyll is installed on your computer, you can build and preview your site locally without any hassle. The template README file provides all the necessary details to set up your site for publication on GitHub Pages. Moreover, you don't need to clone or fork the Just the Docs repo unless you intend to browse the theme docs locally, contribute to its development, or create a new theme based on Just the Docs.

Using the Just the Docs Template

To get started with creating a site using the Just the Docs Template, simply click 'Use the template'! This template provides the simplest and quickest way to create a new website that uses the Just the Docs theme. But don't worry, you can easily customize the theme to make it look completely different from the default settings.

Customizing Your Theme

You can learn more about how to use this theme by browsing through the docs. These web pages show how your web pages will look by default when using this theme. The Just the Docs template is a great starting point for creating a new website, and you can customize it to fit your needs.

Jekyll Configuration File

Your Jekyll configuration file determines which theme to use and sets general parameters for your site, such as the URL of its home page. With Jekyll, you can write source files for your web pages using Markdown, Liquid templating language, and HTML.

Just the Docs Theme

Just the Docs is a theme for generating static websites with Jekyll. It gives your documentation a jumpstart with a responsive Jekyll theme that is easily customizable and hosted on GitHub Pages. See the CHANGELOG for a list of releases, new features, and bug fixes.

In this article, we've explored how to get started with creating a site using the Just the Docs Template. With its simplicity, ease of use, and customization options, you can create a stunning website that showcases your documentation in no time. Start building your site today and take advantage of the many features offered by the Just the Docs theme!

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