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Hexopress

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Updated: 9 May 2021
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A tiny blogging platform that lets you write posts in Google Docs and syncs with a Google Drive directory.

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Overview

HexoPress is a unique blogging platform that brings together the simplicity of writing in Google Docs with the functionality of Octopress. Designed for users who prefer the familiarity and ease of Google Docs, HexoPress allows you to manage and publish your blog posts effortlessly. This platform acts as a bridge, enabling you to sync your writings stored in Google Drive and produce a static blog seamlessly.

What sets HexoPress apart is its user-friendly yet powerful web layer that authenticates with Google, allowing you to pull blog posts directly from your specified Google Drive folder. This innovative approach provides a great solution for bloggers looking to maintain their content in a familiar writing environment while still achieving the robust features of a static blog.

Features

  • Google Docs Integration: Write your blog posts directly in Google Docs and sync them effortlessly with HexoPress for publishing.

  • Static Blog Generation: Transforms your documents into a static blog format, providing faster loading times and improved security.

  • User Authentication: Easy login via Google, ensuring a smooth and secure access to your content.

  • Customizable Settings: Edit configuration files to tailor your blog’s settings according to your production needs.

  • Development Setup: A straightforward setup process for developers including installation of dependencies and creating a virtual environment.

  • Real-time Updates: Utilize websockets for real-time handling of content updates and interactions within your blog.

  • Flexible Deployment Options: Compatible with various process managers, including supervisord, for reliable production management.

  • Mounts Pandoc Support: Convert documents seamlessly using Pandoc, giving you various format outputs for your content needs.