Astro·2yAstro 5.0 Beta Release
Astro 5.0 beta is now available, featuring the stable Astro Content Layer for content management, server islands for mixing static and personalized content, and merged static and hybrid output modes. An `astro:env` module ensures type-safe environment variable management. Upgrade your existing project using the automated CLI tool or manually through your package manager.
Astro·2yStarlight 0.28
Starlight v0.28, Astro's documentation site builder, introduces advanced localization with i18next, on-demand server-side rendering, tabs that remember user preferences, and persistent sidebar states. The update also simplifies sidebar configuration and enhances documentation with a Markdoc preset. Upgrade via `npx @astrojs/upgrade` and join numerous renowned companies using Starlight.
Hacker News·2yFrom Gatsby gridlock to Astro bliss: my personal site redesign
A developer shares their experience redesigning their personal website, moving from Gatsby to Astro. Key motivations included creating a dedicated writing space, reducing maintenance, and achieving a more professional design. The post highlights Astro's benefits such as component-based design, simplified data handling, TypeScript support, and easy integrations, while also discussing some challenges faced during the migration such as conditional CSS and component conversion. The redesign led to faster page loads, better site performance, and overall satisfaction with the new framework.
Kevin Powell·2yCreate a blog with a headless CMS // Full 3-hour course // Astro + Wix Stuido
Learn how to elevate a single-page design from Frontend Mentor into a multi-page blog powered by a headless CMS. This guide covers starting with design analysis, building out with Astro, and connecting to Wix Studio's headless CMS to effortlessly manage new posts. The course provides modern CSS techniques and step-by-step instructions for significant enhancements and structuring content dynamically.
Astro·2yWhat's new in Astro - September 2024
Exciting updates in the Astro ecosystem this month include the beta release of Astro 5.0 and multiple major Starlight updates. Community members have been recognized for their contributions, with significant ecosystem grants awarded for impactful projects. New tools, content, themes, templates, and showcased websites further enrich the vibrant Astro community.