Building a stunning blog website has never been easier! With the Delog starter template powered by GatsbyJS and Netlify CMS, you can set up and manage your blog with just a few simple steps. This guide takes you through the process of installing and deploying your blog, along with tips for troubleshooting. Let’s dive in!

Prerequisites: What You Need Before You Start

• NodeJS installed on your machine (Download NodeJS)
• GatsbyJS installed (Gatsby Installation Guide)

Step-by-Step Installation

1. Install the Delog Starter Locally

Once you have NodeJS and GatsbyJS set up, run the following command in your terminal:

gatsby new gatsby-starter-delog https://github.com/W3Layouts/gatsby-starter-delog

This command clones the Delog starter repository to your local machine. You’re ready to start customizing!

2. Deploying to Netlify

To deploy your site on Netlify:

• Click on the Deploy to Netlify button.
• Connect your GitHub account.
• Enter your repository name and start the build process.

Your site will be live shortly after the build is complete!

Customizing Your Blog

Change Repository URL for Netlify CMS Access

To access the Netlify CMS, edit the repo URL in the static/admin/config.yml file:

repo: username/repo-name

Set Up GitHub OAuth Client ID

• Go to GitHub Developer Settings.
• Create a new OAuth application.
• Set the homepage URL as your Netlify URL.
• Enter https://api.netlify.com/auth/done for the Authorization callback URL.

Accessing Netlify CMS Admin

Navigate to your Netlify site admin:

• Go to **Access Control** -> **OAuth**.
• Select GitHub as your provider and add the Client ID and Secret token.
• Your Netlify CMS is now ready! Access it by appending /admin to your Netlify URL.

Managing Blog Posts

Once logged in to the Netlify CMS, you can manage your blog posts easily:

• Create, edit, update, or delete posts just like you would in any CMS!

Troubleshooting Tips

If you encounter any issues during setup or deployment, here are some troubleshooting ideas:

• Make sure your internet connection is stable during the build process on Netlify.
• Double-check your GitHub OAuth settings to ensure they are correct.
• If you can’t access the CMS, confirm that you have set the correct repository URL in the config file.

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Final Touches

Now that your blog is up and running, make sure to explore all the features and options available with the Delog starter. Happy blogging!