Overview
Apache Jena’s website repository serves as a hub for developing and maintaining the content associated with this powerful Java framework for building Semantic Web and Linked Data applications. With a structure that relies on multiple branches to effectively manage both the source code and its generated output, it allows contributors to collaborate and enhance the site efficiently. Leveraging modern tools like Hugo for static site generation and Jenkins for automation, the repository exemplifies a streamlined approach to managing web content.
The organization of branches—including the main branch for sources, asf-site for the live site, and javadoc for documentation—facilitates an easy workflow for developers. They can test changes in a staging environment before pushing them live, ultimately improving the quality and reliability of the website while ensuring that the latest documentation is always accessible.
Features
- Branch Management: Utilizes multiple branches (main, asf-site, javadoc) to separate source code, live content, and documentation, enhancing workflow and collaboration.
- Static Site Generation: Based on Hugo, a powerful static site generator that simplifies the process of creating and serving web pages.
- Incremental Builds: Supports running incremental builds for efficient testing and development, allowing continuous updates during the build process.
- Automated Deployments: Uses ASF Jenkins jobs to automate the generation and deployment of the website, ensuring timely updates and continuous integration.
- Preview Capabilities: Provides a staging branch that enables users to preview updates before making them live, reducing the risk of errors.
- Documentation Support: Javadoc for the project is organized into its own branch, making it easy to access the latest API documentation directly from the website.
- Scheduled Scans: Set up to regularly scan the repository for changes, enhancing responsiveness to updates and contributions.
