Cecil

How to use Cecil

Cecil is a powerful tool that can be used to create static websites by merging markdown files, images, and Twig templates. Here are the steps to use Cecil:

1. Install PHP: Before you get started with Cecil, you need to install PHP on your computer. You can download PHP from its official website and follow the installation instructions.

2. Install Composer: Cecil uses Composer to manage its dependencies. You can download and install Composer from its official website.

3. Install Cecil: Once you have installed PHP and Composer, you can install Cecil globally using the following command:

    ```
    composer global require cecil/cli
    ```
   

4. Create a New Website: Now that you have installed Cecil, you can create a new website using the following command:

    ```
    cecil init my-site
    cd my-site
    ```
   

   This will create a new directory named "my-site" and initialize it with the default configuration file.

5. Add Content: Once you have created a new website, you can add content to it by creating markdown files in the "content" directory. You can also add images to the "static" directory.

6. Customize Your Site: Cecil allows you to customize your site by modifying the Twig templates located in the "themes" directory. You can also create your own theme by adding a new directory to the "themes" directory.

7. Build Your Site: After you have added content and customized your site, you can build your site using the following command:

    ```
    cecil build
    ```
   

   This will generate a static version of your site in the "output" directory.

8. Publish Your Site: Finally, you can publish your site by uploading the contents of the "output" directory to a web server or a hosting service.

By following these steps, you can use Cecil to create beautiful and responsive static websites quickly and easily.