Powering Your GitHub Pages with Jekyll A Deep Dive into the Folder Layout
If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the files in a Jekyll project, you're not alone. The folder layout might seem complex at first, but it's actually the key to Jekyll’s power. This structure is designed to separate your content from your design and your configuration from everything else. By understanding the purpose of each directory, you can build a more powerful, organized, and scalable website on GitHub Pages. This article will take a deeper dive into the folder layout, explaining not just what each folder is for, but also how it enables you to create a professional and easy-to-maintain website. Think of it as peeling back the layers to see how Jekyll truly works behind the scenes. Table of Contents The Three Layers of Your Jekyll Site Layer 1 The Content Engine Layer 2 The Design Framework Layer 3 The Configuration Core The Assets and the Final Product Managing Static Assets Like a Pro Understanding ...