Primer is a Jekyll theme for GitHub Pages
The Primer theme is a Jekyll theme specifically designed for GitHub Pages. It aims to provide a simple and quick way for users to create their websites on GitHub Pages. The theme is built with the intention of meeting the majority of users’ needs without requiring extensive customization. However, it also offers options for customization and additional complexity for users with specific requirements.
GitHub Pages Compatibility: The Primer theme is specifically designed to be compatible with GitHub Pages. This ensures seamless integration and easy setup for users.
Customizability: While the theme aims to provide out-of-the-box functionality, it also allows for customization of various elements such as layout, stylesheets, and favicon. Users can modify the theme according to their preferences.
Google Analytics Integration: The theme provides a convenient way to add Google Analytics code to a Jekyll site. Users can easily include their Google Analytics code in the appropriate file provided by the theme.
To use the Primer theme:
_config.yml:theme: primer
Gemfile:gem "primer"
Customize the theme by setting configuration variables in your site’s _config.yml file. The theme respects these variables and adjusts accordingly.
(Optional) Add your own custom styles by creating a file named /assets/css/style.scss in your site. Include your custom CSS or Sass code in this file.
(Optional) Modify the theme’s HTML layout by creating a file named /_layouts/default.html in your site. Copy and paste the default layout content provided by the theme’s repository, and customize it as desired.
(Optional) Customize Google Analytics code by pasting the latest code into the _includes/head-custom-google-analytics.html file in your Jekyll site.
(Optional) Override default URLs provided by GitHub, such as repository links or project download links, by specifying the desired URLs in your site’s _config.yml.
For more detailed instructions and information, refer to the Jekyll theme documentation.
The Primer theme for GitHub Pages is a user-friendly and customizable Jekyll theme specifically designed for GitHub Pages users. It offers easy setup and integration with GitHub Pages and provides options for customization of layout, stylesheets, and Google Analytics code. The theme aims to meet the majority of users’ needs out of the box while allowing for additional complexity if required.