Getting Started

Getting Started with Snowlake Jekyll Theme

Welcome to the Getting Started guide! This comprehensive section will help you set up, configure, and deploy your documentation site using our Snowlake Jekyll theme.

Overview

Snowlake is a modern, responsive jekyll theme for designers, developers, and agencies. It features a clean and minimal design, making it perfect for creating informative and engaging corporatewebsites.

Installation Guides

Deployment Options

Theme Features

  • Responsive Design
  • Multi-level Sidebar Navigation
  • Sticky Top Bar
  • Quick Access to Key Sections
  • Search Functionality

Support and Community

  • GitHub Repository
  • Issue Tracker
  • Community Forums
  • Install Ruby

    Installing Ruby Ruby is a dynamic, open-source programming language that is essential for Jekyll and many web development tools. Prerequisites A computer running Windows, macOS, or Linux Internet connection Installation Methods Windows Using RubyInstaller Download RubyInstaller from https://rubyinstaller.org/ Run the installer and check the box to add Ruby to your PATH # Verify installation ruby --version macOS Using Homebrew brew install ruby Using rbenv brew install rbenv rbenv init rbenv install 3.

  • Install Jekyll

    Installing Jekyll Jekyll is a static site generator that transforms your plain text into beautiful static websites and blogs. Prerequisites Ruby (version 2.7.0 or higher) RubyGems GCC and Make Installation Steps Install Jekyll Gem gem install jekyll bundler Verify Installation jekyll --version Create a New Jekyll Site # Create a new site jekyll new my-awesome-site # Navigate to the site directory cd my-awesome-site # Build and serve the site bundle exec jekyll serve Common Installation Issues Ensure Ruby is correctly installed Update RubyGems if encountering gem installation errors Install build tools for your operating system Recommended Versions Jekyll 4.

  • Install Theme

    Snowlake Jekyll Theme Installation Guide Theme Overview Name: Snowlake Jekyll Version: 2.0.0 Author: Tortoiz Themes Description: Modern, responsive Jekyll theme for creative agencies Prerequisites Ruby (version 2.7 or higher) RubyGems Bundler Installation Methods Method 1: Clone from GitHub Extract the Downloaded zip file: cd snowlake-jekyll Install dependencies: bundle install Run the Jekyll server: bundle exec jekyll serve

  • Project Structure

    Project Structure Overview The Snowlake Jekyll Theme Version 2.0.0 follows a comprehensive and modular directory structure designed to provide flexibility, maintainability, and ease of customization. Core Jekyll Directories 1. _authors/ Contains markdown files for author profiles Enables dynamic author information across the site Example files: sarah-wanderlust.md, tortoiz-themes.md 2. _data/ YAML and JSON configuration files for site-wide settings Manages carousel data, navigation, and other dynamic content Key files: clients_carousel.yml navigation.yml team_carousel.yml 3.

  • Includes Structure

    Jekyll Theme Includes Structure Overview The _includes directory is a crucial part of Jekyll’s modular design, allowing you to break your site into reusable components. This documentation provides a comprehensive guide to the includes structure and usage. Directory Structure 1. Components Directory Reusable UI components for various site sections. Subdirectories: Breadcrumbs: Navigation aids showing current page location Helps users understand site hierarchy Improves navigation experience Clients: Client logo and showcase components