Static Website Mechanics

At the core of this website lies a seamless process that transforms a simple text file into a dynamic web page. This text file is formatted with MediaWiki markups, and edited in VIM with the wiki.vim plugin. Wiki.vim plugin is not just a tool; it's a gateway to efficiency, offering intuitive keyboard shortcuts.

The transformation from markup to web page is orchestrated by Pandoc, a versatile tool that generates an intermediate set of HTML pages. These pages are then rearranged into a responsive static website by Pelican, a static site generator that excels in flexibility and performance.

List of Notable Features:

  • Responsive Design: Adapts flawlessly to any device, ensuring an optimal viewing experience.
  • MediaWiki Markup.
  • Rich Content Integration: Effortlessly include figures, videos, markdown presentations, and Youtube links, with a syntax that echoes the intuitiveness of Jupyter Notebooks.
  • IPYNB Format Support: Direct compatibility with Jupyter notebooks, bridging the gap between documentation and execution.
  • Keyword Extraction: Utilizing Machine Learning to enhance content discoverability and relevance.
  • Automated Site Map and robots.txt Generation: Keeping your site SEO-friendly and navigable for search engines.
  • Static Search jQuery Plugin: A lightweight search solution that provides instant, on-site search capabilities without the need for server-side processing.