Overview

The Modernist theme is a Jekyll theme designed for GitHub Pages. It provides a simple and quick way for GitHub Pages users to create websites. The theme aims to meet the majority of users’ needs out of the box, prioritizing simplicity over flexibility. Users also have the option to customize the theme to their liking.

Features

• Jekyll theme designed for GitHub Pages.
• Simple and easy to use.
• Customizable to meet individual preferences.

Installation

To use the Modernist theme, follow these steps:

1. Add the following code to your site’s _config.yml file:

   # Theme Settings
   theme: jekyll-theme-modernist
   

2. Optionally, if you’d like to preview your site on your computer, add the following code to your site’s Gemfile:

   # Gemfile
   gem "github-pages", group: :jekyll_plugins
   

3. Run bundle install to install the necessary gems.

4. Run jekyll serve to start the local development server and preview your site.

Summary

The Modernist theme is a Jekyll theme specifically designed for GitHub Pages. It offers a simple and easy-to-use template for users to create their websites. The theme can be customized to meet individual preferences and provides a good starting point for beginners or users looking for a quick solution.