Mm Github Pages Starter

Updated: 14 Nov 2020

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Minimal Mistakes GitHub Pages site starter.

Overview:

The Minimal Mistakes remote theme starter is a template that allows users to quickly get started with the Minimal Mistakes Jekyll theme. It includes basic configuration and sample content, such as posts, navigation, author sidebar, footer links, home page pagination, archive pages for posts, about page, and 404 page. Users can easily replace the sample content with their own and configure it as necessary. Troubleshooting resources are also provided.

Features:

Sample posts: The template includes sample posts to demonstrate the layout and features of the Minimal Mistakes Jekyll theme.
Sample top navigation: A sample top navigation bar is included for users to understand how to set up their own navigation menu.
Sample author sidebar with social links: Users can see an example of an author sidebar with social links, which can be customized to their own preferences.
Sample footer links: The template provides sample footer links that can be modified to suit the user’s needs.
Paginated home page: The home page is set up with pagination, allowing users to organize their posts and improve site navigation.
Archive pages: Users can group their posts by year, category, and tag on dedicated archive pages.
Sample about page: An example about page is included, giving users a starting point to create their own about section.
Sample 404 page: The template offers a sample 404 page to handle invalid URLs.
Site wide search: Users can implement a site-wide search function to make it easier for visitors to find specific content.

Installation:

To install the Minimal Mistakes remote theme starter, follow these steps:

Click the “Use this template” button above to create a new repository based on the template.
Clone the newly created repository to your local machine using the following command:
```
git clone <repository_url>
```
Replace the sample content with your own by editing the appropriate files.
Customize the theme by configuring the settings as necessary.
Test your site locally to make sure everything is working properly.
Deploy your site to your preferred hosting platform.

Summary:

The Minimal Mistakes remote theme starter provides a convenient way for users to quickly set up a website using the Minimal Mistakes Jekyll theme. It includes various sample content and configuration options, allowing users to easily replace and customize the template to their own preferences. With features like pagination, archive pages, and site-wide search, the template helps users create a professional and functional website. Troubleshooting resources are also provided for any issues users may encounter.