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I created an open-source Wordpress alternative using React.js

Hey everyone!

I created an open-source alternative to Wordpress using Next.js, Tailwind, and more.

What do you think?

https://github.com/elegantframework/elegant-cli

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Web Development
on June 13, 2023
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    The best thing about WordPress is that it is super easy to install and setup. I know how to use npm, but not on a server.
    Also, for a cms editing the content is essential. Your website does not show anything about how the interface and experience will be.

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      Hey Hannes,

      Thank you for your comments and feedback!

      We are aiming for a developer experience that doesn't require a big bloated backend, and is simple and cheap to use.

      We are actively developing an open-source content editor user interface. You can see our RFC discussion and progress on GitHub.

      You can see a real screenshot from off my development box here: https://github.com/orgs/elegantframework/discussions/49#discussioncomment-6163641

      We are really excited about the feedback and interest regarding the editor panel, and I'd appreciate to hear more of your thoughts.

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    This looks awesome! I’ve been thinking a lot about this problem, too—how WordPress alternatives either feel too bloated or too technical. I’m working on something similar but with a different approach: a no-code, static site builder that keeps the simplicity of page builders but generates fast, maintenance-free static sites. Curious—what made you choose React for your approach? Also, do you think most users still expect a CMS-like experience, or are they open to more static-first solutions?

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    What do you think? Would you be interested in trying it out?

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