Hey there! So, I finally decided to start a blog—after years of putting it off—and guess what? I went with Hugo, the static site generator built with Golang. I’m currently using one of great hugo themes, dream from g1enyoung
Now, you might be wondering: “Dude, why Hugo? There are so many options out there!”
Well, let me break it down for you.
1. Blazing Fast Performance
Hugo is built with Go (Golang), which means it’s ridiculously fast. Like, “blink-and-you’ll-miss-it” fast. I’ve tried other static site generators (looking at you, Jekyll), and while they’re great, Hugo just compiles pages in milliseconds. No waiting around for builds—especially helpful when I’m tweaking things and need instant feedback.
2. No Database, No Headaches
Since Hugo generates static HTML files, there’s no need for a database, PHP, or complicated server setups. Just write in Markdown, run hugo, and boom—your site is ready. Deploy it on Netlify, Vercel, or even GitHub Pages, and you’re golden.
3. Themes? Oh Yes!
Hugo has a ton of free, beautiful themes (check out Hugo Themes ). I spent way too much time browsing them before settling on one that fits my vibe. And the best part? Customizing them is straightforward (if you’re okay with a little HTML/CSS).
4. Easy to Learn, Hard to Leave
I’m not a Go expert (yet), but you don’t need to be. Hugo’s documentation is solid, and the community is helpful. The file structure makes sense, and once you get the hang of front matter (those little YAML/TOML headers in Markdown files), you’re set.
5. Future-Proof & Scalable
Since everything is static, my blog can handle tons of traffic without breaking a sweat. No worrying about server crashes or slow load times. Plus, with CDNs and caching, my site stays fast no matter where my readers are.
So, Why Not WordPress?
Don’t get me wrong—WordPress is great for many things. But I didn’t want to deal with:
- Updates breaking plugins
- Slow page loads
- Security headaches
With Hugo, I write, build, and deploy. Simple.
Final Thoughts
If you’re thinking of starting a blog (or migrating from another platform), give Hugo a shot. It’s fast, simple, and powerful—perfect for devs, writers, or anyone who just wants a no-nonsense website.
Now, excuse me while I go write my next post.
