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Gatsby Starter Contentful Knowledge Base

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Updated: 22 Jun 2023
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A gatsby starter for knowledge base apps powered by Contentful.

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Overview

The Gatsby Starter - Contentful Knowledge Base is a starter template for creating knowledge base apps powered by Contentful. It offers a range of features including search functionality, SEO friendliness, Contentful preview, Netlify compatibility, performance optimization, accessibility support, and Google Analytics integration.

Features

  • Search: Allows users to search for specific articles within the knowledge base.
  • SEO friendly: Optimized for search engine visibility and rankings.
  • Contentful preview: Provides a preview of the content before publication.
  • Netlify ready: Designed to work seamlessly with the Netlify hosting platform.
  • Performance focused: Emphasizes fast loading times and optimized performance.
  • Accessibility support: Ensures that the website is accessible for all users, including those with disabilities.
  • Fully responsive: Adapts to different screen sizes and devices.
  • Google Analytics integration: Integrates with Google Analytics for tracking website traffic and performance.

Installation

  1. Create an account on contentful.com.
  2. Install the Knowledge Base App from the Contentful Marketplace.
  3. Create the .env.development and .env.production files, one for each environment respectively, and fill up the required environment variables.
  4. Install the project dependencies by running npm ci.
  5. Start the development server by running npm start.
  6. Visit http://localhost:8000 to access the knowledge base.

Summary

The Gatsby Starter - Contentful Knowledge Base is a powerful starter template for building knowledge base apps using Gatsby and Contentful. It offers various features to enhance the user experience, such as search functionality, SEO optimization, Contentful preview, and Google Analytics integration. The theme is designed with performance and accessibility in mind, ensuring fast loading times and a seamless experience for all users. By following the installation guide, users can easily set up the knowledge base and start creating and managing content.