Hexo
by hexojs
Hexo: Lightning-Fast Static Site Generator for Bloggers
Node.js-powered static site generator that transforms Markdown into blazing-fast blogs with hundreds of themes and plugins.
- 41,173+ GitHub stars
- Built with TypeScript
- Blazing-fast generation that processes hundreds of files in seconds
- MIT License license
About This Project
Hexo is a high-performance static site generator built on Node.js that revolutionizes how developers create and deploy blogs. It converts Markdown files into a fully-functional static website in seconds, offering incredible build speeds even for sites with hundreds of posts.
What sets Hexo apart is its extensive plugin ecosystem and theme library, allowing developers to customize every aspect of their blog without writing complex configurations. The generator supports advanced features like asset pipelines, tag systems, and multi-language content out of the box, making it ideal for technical documentation and personal blogs alike.
With TypeScript support and a robust API, Hexo enables developers to extend functionality through custom plugins and scripts. The static output means zero server-side processing, resulting in exceptional page load speeds and simple deployment to any hosting platform including GitHub Pages, Netlify, or Vercel.
The framework's intuitive CLI streamlines the entire workflow from content creation to deployment, while maintaining flexibility for developers who want granular control over their site's architecture and build process.
Key Features
- Blazing-fast generation that processes hundreds of files in seconds
- Extensive plugin and theme ecosystem with one-command installation
- Built-in Markdown and front-matter support for structured content
- Simple deployment to GitHub Pages, Netlify, Vercel, and other platforms
- TypeScript-based architecture with powerful extensibility APIs
How You Can Use It
Creating developer blogs with syntax highlighting and code examples
Building technical documentation sites with version control integration
Publishing personal portfolios with project showcases and resume pages
Generating multi-language content sites for international audiences
Setting up knowledge bases and tutorial collections for open-source projects
Who Is This For?
Developers, technical writers, and content creators who want a fast, customizable blogging platform with full control over their content and deployment