Deploying Static Websites

GitHub Pages makes it easy to deploy static websites directly from your repository.

Deployment Methods

Automatic Deployment

• Push to designated branch (main, gh-pages)
• GitHub automatically builds and deploys
• Works with Jekyll by default

GitHub Actions

• Custom build processes
• Support for any static site generator
• More control over the deployment pipeline

1. Create repository: Set up your website repository
2. Add content: Include your website files
3. Configure Pages: Enable GitHub Pages in settings
4. Choose source: Select branch or GitHub Actions
5. Deploy: Your site is live!