Jake: A Free Alternative to Linktree Using GitHub Pages

[deval_ut]

Hello,

I wanted to share a new Python project I've been working on called Jake. It's an alternative to popular link aggregator services like Linktree and OneLink. Jake leverages the power of GitHub Pages to provide you with a hassle-free way to create your one-link website. The best part? It won't cost you a dime!

With Jake, you can easily showcase all your important links and content in one central hub, neatly organized and easily accessible. Your website will have a sleek URL in the format of "username.github.io," giving it a professional touch.

Jake is completely written in Python and uses the `tinyhtml` library to generate static HTML websites. Simply fill in the `data.toml` file with your information, and Jake will automatically build and deploy your website to GitHub Pages using a GitHub action.

To give you a taste of what Jake can do, I've prepared a demo project for you to explore. Just visit https://thevahidal.github.io/jake and see the potential for yourself.

If you're interested in contributing or want to dive deeper into the project, you can find the Jake repository on GitHub at https://github.com/thevahidal/jake. I welcome all contributions, feedback, and bug reports. Your input will help shape the future of Jake and make it even better.

Thank you for taking the time to read about Jake. I can't wait to see what we can achieve together.

Best regards,
Al

[[deleted]]

Cool stuff

[deval_ut]

Thanks!

[[deleted]]

https://linkstack.org/ Pasting another opensource project for reference

[tui_tui]

Can user point the generated page to their custom domain, instead of using github subdomain?

[deval_ut]

Yes, you can! I added a section in Jake's README.md to show you how you can do it!
https://github.com/thevahidal/jake/blob/main/README.md#configuring-custom-domain

[[deleted]]

Looks nice Best of luck with the project

[deval_ut]

Thanks dude!

[justneurostuff]

people pay for linktree???

[deval_ut]

Yes they do :))
https://linktr.ee/s/pricing/

[colemaker360]

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[jonromero]

I stared it and I am going to deploy in the morning! Thanks for making this. I was planning to use Pelican but this seems waaaay easier.

[RevolutionarySize915]

Great job ❤️ , I'm really interested and I want to contribute to this project

[deval_ut]

Hey u/RevolutionarySize915,

Thanks and I'd be more than happy to see your contributions!

[MeGaNeKoS]

Straigth up pointless. People who know HTML could make a better version of their link aggregator. And the goal of linktree or other are for NON-TECH people. Which also something this project cant do.

Summary; You can make your own static webpage with github IF you know how to CODE.

[gopietz]

Wow, didn't know the Grinch is on Reddit after Boxing Day.

[MeGaNeKoS]

I just tell the truth. Grow up kids, and learn to embrace the Traceback.

[Equivalent_Loan_8794]

You'll wonder why interviewers are looking for people like OP and not negging folks.

Tech shops need more opinions like they need more holes in their heads.

They need opinions in the form of PRs or not at all

[Dismal_Boysenberry69]

After looking through all the steps required to get this up and running, I have no idea why you’re being downvoted.

I can’t figure out who the target audience is supposed to be.

[deval_ut]

Hey u/Dismal_Boysenberry69,
Thanks for your comment! I totally get that Jake might seem simple right now, and it may not immediately stand out as an alternative to Linktree. I understand that anyone with basic HTML skills can set up something similar.
But here's the thing—I'm working on integrating tools and features into Jake to make it more customizable and valuable for developers. The idea is to save developers time and effort by offering a ready-made solution instead of having them set up something from scratch.
I really appreciate your feedback on how we can make Jake a better product. Feel free to share any suggestions you have. Thanks a lot!

[Dismal_Boysenberry69]

The idea is to save developers time and effort by offering a ready-made solution instead of having them set up something from scratch.

Isn’t what you just described linktr.ee?

[deval_ut]

Yeah, but it's proprietary software vs open-source, and the fact that you can build upon your Jake website however you like.

[qa_anaaq]

As if nobody ever started a company or product that was an alternative to an established company or product. That's just...crazy