Hugo as a GitHub Action. Supports legacy versions back to v0.27 for compatibility.
The GitHub Action for Hugo is a powerful tool designed for developers looking to automate the building and deployment of static websites using Hugo, one of the most popular static site generators available. By simplifying the workflow, it allows for seamless integration into GitHub repositories, making it easier to maintain and publish content without tedious manual processes. The action supports extended versions of Hugo and incorporates essential third-party tools, catering to a wide range of project needs.
This action is especially useful for projects that require compatibility with older versions of Hugo, as it includes releases dating back to v0.27. The ability to specify different versions ensures that users can adapt to changes in compatibility while benefiting from the latest features or reverting to stable versions as needed.
Support for Multiple versions: Easily specify Hugo versions going back to v0.27 to ensure compatibility with various site configurations.
Artifact Upload: Automatically uploads the built ‘./public’ directory as an artifact, streamlining the deployment process.
Integration Flexibility: Replace the artifact upload step with alternative actions, such as GitHub Pages deploy or S3 sync, to customize the deployment workflow.
Pre-installed Tools: Comes bundled with essential tools, including PostCSS, Autoprefixer, and Pandoc, enhancing the functionality of Hugo.
Future Compatibility: The extended version of Hugo is included by default, supporting more features and enhancements for future-proofing your site.
Simple Configuration: Easy to set up with a basic workflow.yml that can be adjusted with optional flags for customized builds.
MIT License: This action is freely distributable under the MIT License, promoting open-source collaboration and usage.
Modern Tools Support: Pre-installed Node (with NPM and Yarn), Go for Hugo Modules support, and Python ensure that additional modern features can be utilized effortlessly.