Web Development

Getting Started with Hugo Static Site Generator

Hugo is a fantastic static site generator that makes building fast, secure websites a breeze. In this post, I’ll walk you through the basics of getting started with Hugo.

Why Choose Hugo?

Hugo stands out from other static site generators for several reasons:

  • Speed: Hugo builds sites incredibly fast
  • Flexibility: Highly customizable with powerful templating
  • Security: No database means fewer security vulnerabilities
  • Hosting: Deploy anywhere - GitHub Pages, Netlify, Vercel

Installation

Getting Hugo up and running is straightforward. Here’s how to install it on different systems: