Getting Started with Static Sites
June 15, 2026
Why I chose a static site generator for my personal homepage and what I learned along the way.
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Static site generators have come a long way. What started as a niche tool for developers has become a mainstream choice for personal websites, documentation, and blogs.
In this post, I share my experience building a personal homepage with Zola, a Rust-based static site generator. I cover the decision-making process, the benefits of going static, and some gotchas I encountered along the way.
The key takeaway: sometimes the simplest tool is the right tool. You don't need a full CMS or a JavaScript framework to have a great personal website.