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April 5, 2024

My Journey with Hugo

Posted on April 5, 2024  •  3 minutes  • 586 words  • Other languages:  Türkçe

Hey everyone! Today marks the exciting launch of my personal blog! I’m thrilled to finally share my thoughts, projects, and passions with the online world. But before we dive into the good stuff, I wanted to take a moment to share why I chose Hugo as my blogging platform and the process of getting my first post up and running.

The Hugo Appeal

As a Technical Product Owner with a love for tech, I knew I wanted a platform that offered flexibility, customization, and control. While there are many great blogging options out there, Hugo stood out for several reasons:

Why Hugo? A Look at the Alternatives

While I explored several SSGs, here’s why Hugo emerged as the frontrunner:

Setting up Hugo was surprisingly smooth. Here’s a quick rundown of the process:

  1. Installation: Installing Hugo is a breeze. There are simple instructions for various operating systems on the official website https://gohugo.io/ .
  2. Theme Selection: The Hugo ecosystem boasts a vast collection of free and paid themes. I spent some time browsing and found a theme that matched my desired aesthetics.
  3. Content Creation: Armed with Markdown basics, I started crafting my first blog post! Adding images and formatting text was a piece of cake.
  4. Local Testing: Hugo allows for local testing before publishing. This is a fantastic feature to ensure everything looks and functions as intended before going live.
  5. Deployment: Finally, I chose a hosting platform and deployed my static blog files. There are many hosting options available, catering to various technical expertise levels.

From Blank Page to First Post (Timeframe):

The time it takes to get your first Hugo blog post published will vary depending on your technical background and desired level of customization. A basic setup with pre-made themes could take as little as a few hours. However, if you’re diving into custom themes and coding, allow yourself a few days to get comfortable.

What’s Next?

Now that my blog is up and running, I’m excited to share more about EV charging, Raspberry Pi projects, anime explorations, and the intersection of these interests! Stay tuned for upcoming posts, and feel free to leave comments or reach out if you have any questions.

Here’s to a journey of learning, creating, and connecting!

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