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Is it a good decision to use MkDocs for building static sites?

3 points by kulsumshannan ↗ HN
Hi, I'm a middle schooler who's new to coding websites. I just started using GitHub and MkDocs. I'm using those websites to create my first site, which I hope will turn out well. I want my website to look really slick and interesting. I'm wondering if MkDocs is really worth using to build static sites.

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encryptluks2
MkDocs is more for documentation, but sure you can use it for a static site. However, you may want to compare it to something like Hugo which is more geared towards general site creation.
kulsumshannan
I'm just trying to make a simple website for release notes and host it on GitHub. Thanks for your feedback!
encryptluks2
In that case, checkout mdbook as well.
kulsumshannan
I just checked out mdbook- I think Material for MkDocs looks better (in my opinion). Thank you though!
intesar
Yes, MkDocs is a decent option for hosting static sites on GitHub.