Remix Blog

Overview:

The Remix Blog Stack is a blog starter template that is based on the architecture of kentcdodds.com, implemented by Kent C. Dodds. It provides flexibility in structuring content by using Gatsby and storing each page and post as a folder containing an index.mdx file. This structure allows for easy customization and organization of blog posts. The template also includes features such as generating cached JSON files for blog posts and pages, as well as the ability to configure file access using either the file system or GitHub.

Features:

• Flexible content organization: Each page and blog post is stored as a folder containing an index.mdx file, allowing for easy customization and structuring of content.
• Cached JSON files: The template generates cached JSON files for blog posts and pages, which can be used for various purposes such as generating a blog index, RSS feed, or sitemap.
• File system or GitHub access: Depending on the hosting service being used, the template can access files either through the file system or GitHub. This can be configured using the .env file.
• Deployment to Vercel: The stack is initially set up for deploying to Vercel, but it can be easily deployed to other hosts as well.

Installation:

To install the Remix Blog Stack, follow these steps:

1. Copy the .env.example file to .env and configure the necessary variables according to the provided instructions.
2. Make sure your project’s local dependencies are installed.
3. Start the Remix development server with the command: npm run dev.
4. Open http://localhost:3000 in your browser and you should be ready to go!

Summary:

The Remix Blog Stack is a customizable blog starter template that provides flexibility in organizing and structuring content. It utilizes Gatsby for easy customization and generates cached JSON files for efficient data retrieval. The template can also be deployed to various hosting services, with initial support for Vercel. It is a powerful tool for building modern and dynamic blog websites.