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Getting Started with Static Site Generation
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Getting Started with Static Site Generation

5 min read
By John Doe

Static Site Generation (SSG) has revolutionized how we build and deploy websites. By pre-rendering pages at build time, SSG delivers unmatched performance, security, and developer experience.

Why Choose SSG?

Performance Benefits

  • Lightning Fast: Pre-rendered HTML loads instantly
  • CDN Friendly: Static files cache perfectly on global CDNs
  • Minimal JavaScript: Only load JS where needed

Security Advantages

  • No Server Vulnerabilities: Static files can’t be hacked
  • Reduced Attack Surface: No database or server-side code to exploit
  • Built-in DDoS Protection: CDNs handle traffic spikes naturally

Developer Experience

  • Version Control: Content lives alongside code
  • Preview Deployments: See changes before going live
  • Simple Hosting: Deploy anywhere that serves static files

Getting Started

  1. Choose Your Framework: Astro, Next.js, Gatsby, or Hugo
  2. Structure Your Content: Organize Markdown files logically
  3. Design Your Templates: Create reusable layouts
  4. Deploy: Push to Git and let CI/CD handle the rest

Best Practices

  • Keep content separate from presentation
  • Use semantic HTML for better SEO
  • Optimize images and assets
  • Implement proper caching strategies

Static site generation isn’t just a trend—it’s the future of web development. Start building faster, more secure websites today!