Hello, tech enthusiasts and loyal users! We're beyond thrilled to unveil the latest sensation in our feature lineup - the v1.3.0 release. Buckle up, because we're about to embark on a journey through some impressive upgrades that are sure to spark your curiosity and streamline your user experience. We've focused on your feedback, rolled up our sleeves, and delivered functionalities that add finesse and flexibility to your tech endeavors.
In this blog post, we're giving you the full tour of what's new, what's enhanced, and what's completely reimagined. Let's dive right in and see what v1.3.0 has in store!
You've asked and we've listened. Pages are now empowering users to set a Weight value for a finer degree of sorting control. Keep things light with the default zero, or ramp it up to sort your pages just how you like.
Page IsHome IsPage IsSection
To make your templates that much more intuitive, we're offering extra calculated values:
{{ page.IsHome }} is your trusty indicator for the home page.
{{ page.IsPage }} stands tall when the page is of the Kind.single variety.
{{ page.IsSection }} raises its flag for Section type pages.
Feel the pulse of your page with these new identity markers!
Page Parent
Family ties matter, even for pages. While scanning for content files, we now set the previously created page as the Parent. This allows templates to roam freely through parsed content, just as they wish.
Witness this new feature in action with the new URL default, pairing the title of the parent page with the current page title.
Theme Static Folder
Themes just got a shiny new toy - a folder labeled static! Now, you can stow away unique files like logos and CSS files directly within the theme. And don't worry, the site's own static files will take precedence if available.
Build Default Output Folder
When usingSuCoS build -s /path/of/site, the default output, sans -output/-o was nestled in ./public. But we know you deserve better. Now, it will default to /path/of/site/public, a more intuitive and logical choice.
Test Coverage Report
As we ramp up our unit testing efforts, the desire for a coverage report becomes more pressing. Rejoice, because both internal GitLab and external reports are now automatically whipped up after each test. Stay on top of your game with these up-to-the-minute updates! For now, the coverage is about 40%.
Unveiling the Freshly-Squeezed SuCoS Logo
2023-07-05
Get ready to peel back the layers of our exciting new logo for SuCoS! We've paired succulent typography with vibrant new hues to quench your thirst for visual appeal. This whole reimagining project wasn't just about stamping our name on a logo. Oh no! We took this fruitful opportunity to juice up some splendid improvements.
By a twist of citrusy fate, we're using a zesty fruit-inspired font: Lemon Milk, a refreshing creation by the incredibly talented MARSNEV. This font was just the ripe pick for us, with its perfectly round 'O' that snugly nestles our badge, like a berry in a basket! The only tiny sour note? It doesn't offer lowercase, but hey, it's all about embracing the charm of uppercase, isn't it?
Gone are the days of the faded outer ring color. We've injected a fresh squeeze of the vivid yellow from the inside, creating a sunlit aura as if a burst of tropical juice is splashing out!
Our SuCoS project now sports a full logo and badge, holding within it the essence of a refreshing cup of assorted fruit juices.
Curious about the secret juice blend our logo symbolizes? Brace yourself for a delightful cocktail of flavors we've just stirred up:
Succulent kiwis
Unforgettable berries
Crisp grapes
Opulent oranges
Spectacular tangerines
Isn't this a feast for your senses?
Experience the taste of SuCoS in this fresh new logo that promises to make your visual journey with us a joyful ride!
Welcome to our latest production, the v1.2.0 release! We've been busy squashing some bugs and fine-tuning the gears beneath the surface.
A minor misstep led us to inadvertently christen one of the internal tweaks as a new feature, thus birthing the latest minor version, instead of 1.1.1. Just a slip on the dance floor, nothing to lose sleep over.
Your trusted assistant, SuCoS, is now harnessing the power of automated tests, acting upon every commit and release. With an eye for both the everyday and the peculiar, these tests aim to scour every nook and cranny of the code.
Although we're just dipping our toes in the world of testing, we're already executing around 60 tests, covering roughly 30% of SuCoS's labyrinthine code. We've christened this proportion of the code eventually executed during testing as Coverage.
Our ambitions soar to:
A legion of hundreds, billions of tests
Ensuring at least 75% of the code is under the protective umbrella of Coverage
TDD or Test-Driven Development, is a fine art of code crafting. It's akin to crafting a treasure map, where the tests that the new feature must conquer are delineated before even a single line of actual code is written.
Although, it's not always the star of the show during early stages due to the dynamic dance of prototyping. And I must confess, this method and I have an ongoing love-hate relationship.
Lazy Pages List
A pivotal shift occurred in the site and page .Pages list in the previous versions - they morphed into a dictionary indexed by URL. This evolutionary step wielded a significant edge during site parsing as it could quickly summon a given content using its permalink.
However, the flip side of using dictionaries within the Liquid template presented a hefty challenge, leading us to use the dictionary covertly and only conjure a list when the situation calls for it. This tactical switch ensured a swift process while preserving the simplicity of use.
Code Reorganization
Once upon a time, we had a factory class (BaseGeneratorCommand) for creating Site and Front Matter that had a bit of a growth spurt. When the Automated Tests spotlight hit this class, it was clear: it was juggling too many roles.
Our fix? We moved parts of Site and FrontMatter creation into their own hands. This meant a slight growth spurt for these classes, the BaseGeneratorCommand class underwent a pleasing slimming-down procedure.
Our next act? More tests and a return to the wonderland of new features!
We are thrilled to announce the latest release of SuCoS, v1.1.0. The first automated weekly release. This version comes chock-full of new features that will significantly improve your user experience and streamline your content management process. The primary features introduced include:
The power of Markdig, our reliable Markdown parser, just got an upgrade! Now, its default setting includes all built-in extensions. This means you can now create tables, citations, figures, mathematical formulas, auto-links, and more with ease and precision.
For example, to create a simple table, use the following format:
The Params feature allows all site and page YAML values without matching attributes in the FrontMatter or Site classes to be placed in a dictionary Params. This opens the door for using custom fields in your templates. Here's how you can do it:
Create your content as shown below:
---
Title: My Page
MyCustomValue: HELLO
---
This is the *Markdown* content.
And use the custom value in your template:
<!-- It will create <span>HELLO</span> -->
<span>{{ page.Params.MyCustomValue }}</span>
URL with Liquid tokens
We've added a feature that enables Content URL fields to be parsed as a mini Liquid template. This means you can now use other content values, like title, path, or tags, to generate unique URLs. This feature provides a more efficient and dynamic URL creation process.
---
Title: My Page
Type: page
URL: "{{ page.Type }}/{{ page.Title }}" # it will become "/page/my-page"
---
This is the *Markdown* content.
Content URL Aliases
This feature allows content to have multiple URLs pointing to the same page. It's particularly useful when you're transitioning from legacy or old URLs or when you're generating small bitly-like alternatives. Like regular URLs, aliases can also use tokens.
For example, define your aliases in the content file:
---
Title: My Page
Aliases:
- /legacy-url
- /short-url
- "{{ page.Type }}/{{ page.Title }}"
---
This is the *Markdown* content.
Content Date, PublishDate, ExpiryDate and LastMod
We've added support for these four date fields in the content front matter. Now, you can easily manage your content's publish and expiry dates, as well as track their last modification.
Important: SuCoS now ignore content that have Date or PublishDate set in the future, as well ExpiryDate that is earlier than the current time. Use the Future command to include them
-f/--Future command line option
We have introduced a new build and serve command line option to include posts from the future (Date or PublishDate values later than the current time). This is particularly handy when you want to preview posts that will be displayed at a later time.
As we continue to improve SuCoS, we appreciate your feedback on these new features. Please feel free to share your thoughts and experiences as you explore SuCoS
Section pages
The very first folder inside content defines each content's Section. Pages, blog, tags... Now SuCoS automatically creates a page for each section. So you can now use ht<span>tp://</span>example.com /blog to get a list of all blog posts, by default.
Greetings, fellow web enthusiasts and explorers of the digital frontier! Today, we have the great pleasure of unveiling an extraordinary tool that will leave you spellbound and filled with wonder. Allow us to introduce SuCoS!
SuCoS, crafted entirely in C# like its spirited sibling Docfx, is lovingly crafted entirely in C#. It aspires to be a feature-rich wonderland, drawing inspiration from the ever-popular Hugo. This charming tool is poised to help developers and users alike embark on a whimsical journey of content creation and website building.
Now, dear readers, let's address the number we've bestowed upon this pre-release version. SuCoS v1.0.0 is but a humble number, not to be confused with production readiness. We pledge to embrace semantic versioning, with new releases shimmering into existence every week. Our commitment to progress and improvement knows no bounds!
Now, let's take a moment to soak in the majesty of SuCoS, as we delve into some of its captivating features:
Astonishing Performance: With SuCoS, even when handling a whopping 100k pages, it takes less than a millisecond per page. Blink, and you'll miss it! Who knew that website load times could be this electrifying?
Dynamic Live Server: Say goodbye to manual refreshing! With the "SuCoS serve" feature, you gain a real-time server for easy prototyping and content writing. Making edits has never felt this invigorating!
Theming: Want your website to dazzle with personality? SuCoS uses the super easy-to-use Liquid template system, allowing you to paint your sites with your personal style.
Never-ending Updates: We believe in sharing our progress with you! There's no holding back on features and fixes - we bring them to you on a weekly basis.
Though SuCoS may still be polishing its armor for the grand showdown of production readiness, it is already a welcoming haven for adventurous souls ready to embark on this pre-release exploration. Developers and users, join forces! Let's voyage through the depths of this evolving tool together, unveiling its hidden gems and endless potential.
We warmly invite you to accompany us on this magical journey, where sparks of imagination ignite and static websites burst into life. As we continue to perfect SuCoS, turning it into a commanding knight of the web, we're eager to hear your feedback, suggestions, and tales of victory.
Discord SuCoS Channel (similar to Matrix, but not free)
So, dear readers, buckle up and prepare for a magical ride with SuCoS that's on the brink of greatness. Together, we'll illuminate the web and create digital wonders that will leave a lasting impression.
Squeeze Your Ideas, Sweeten the Web!
First Commit
2023-04-01
👋🌍 Hello, World! Bid farewell to your web development woes and say hello to SuCoS ✨
