DESIGN:OS Toolchain · DESIGN:OS GitHub Pages
Author-grade GitHub Pages marketing & documentation engine for builders and AI coding agents.
Universal zero-dependency GitHub Pages template, CLI scaffolder, and 9-tier layout engine with built-in SEO, XML Sitemap, llms.txt (GEO), and Schema.org FAQPage (AEO).
DESIGN:OS CLI · Design CLI for Claude Code, Codex & Antigravity (npm ease-design)
01 / 06 · Open live pageWhat it is
- Repository
- jangtrinh/
design-os-github-page - Requires
- Standard ToolchainZero native dependencies
- Interface
- CLI & Library APIDeterministic output
- Telemetry
- Zero TrackingNo phone-home
- Environment
- Local-FirstWorks completely offline
- License
- MIT
Why DESIGN:OS GitHub Pages, compared with alternatives
What this project does that alternative approaches do not, or do differently. Our advantages first, followed by the honest trade-offs.
Zero dependencies & instant startup
No bloated runtime layers or external network round-trips. Executes in sub-millisecond cycles with minimal memory consumption.
Deterministic contract enforcement
Every operation validates its input schema and outputs predictable structured data. No silent failures or swallowed errors.
Local-first and private
Your code and state never leave your workstation. No external API keys required, no analytics beacons, and no telemetry.
Automated verification gates
Strict quality assertions test syntax, performance, and accessibility before any commit is promoted.
Where traditional platforms win, and it is not close: Managed enterprise clouds with out-of-the-box multi-tenant SSO, compliance audits, and commercial SLAs. If you need centralized team dashboards without hosting your own infrastructure, choose those platforms instead.
Install once
Clone the repository and scaffold an author-grade marketing & docs site for any repo with zero external dependencies.
git clone https://github.com/jangtrinh/design-os-github-page.git
cd design-os-github-page
# Scaffold an author-grade site for your target repository
python3 scripts/scaffold-repo-pages.py --owner <owner> --repo <repo> --out-dir /path/to/docs
First safe use
- Inspect available options and parameter defaults.
python3 scripts/scaffold-repo-pages.py --help - Generate a live test site into a preview directory.
python3 scripts/scaffold-repo-pages.py --owner demo --repo my-tool --out-dir /tmp/preview - Open and verify the rendered site locally.
open /tmp/preview/index.html
Examine the structured output before executing live actions. Verified outputs guarantee state integrity.
A practical loop
status
Inspects the active state, configuration parameters, and environment health.
validate
Runs static analysis and schema conformance checks across your target files.
run
Executes deterministic transformations with full rollback and error boundary protection.
diff
Displays a unified view of proposed mutations before state is permanently written.
System architecture & engine specifications
Full machine-readable specifications, information architecture standards, and tooling rules powering every generated site.
9-Tier Information Architecture
Each section fulfills a concrete cognitive purpose, eliminating marketing fluff, AI slop, and unstructured walls of text.
| Tier | Section Name | Selector | Architectural Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | Hero & 3-Second Rule | section.hero |
Eyebrow category, proposition H1, 160-char lede, badges row, primary action, uncropped live stage. |
| Tier 2 | Facts Register | dl.facts |
Key metadata: repository, toolchain requirements, interface, telemetry policy, local-first environment, license. |
| Tier 3 | Honest Comparison | section#why |
4-row advantage register followed by honest aside box declaring where enterprise alternatives win. |
| Tier 4 | Install Once | section#install |
3–4 line non-interactive terminal block for instant local setup. |
| Tier 5 | Safe Use & Practical Loop | ol.steps, .register |
3 numbered non-destructive validation steps followed by 4 standard lifecycle verbs (status, validate, run, diff). |
| Tier 6 | Deep Evidence & Specs | section#specs |
Native specification tables, architecture diagrams, or interactive canvas / 3D CAD viewer. |
| Tier 7 | AEO FAQ Engine | section#faq details |
5 semantic Q&As verbatim matched to Schema.org JSON-LD FAQPage for AI answer engines. |
| Tier 8 | Ecosystem Cross-Sale | section#ecosystem |
Master showcase portfolio and direct links to companion repositories within the creator ecosystem. |
| Tier 9 | Read Next & Footer | footer.ds-shell-footer |
Deep documentation links and minimal 3-tab navigation (GitHub, License, Back to top). |
Machine Readability & SEO Stack (GEO + AEO)
Native search engine and AI agent index assets pre-configured for maximum discoverability.
| Machine Asset | Standard / Spec | Consumer & Target | Role & Verification |
|---|---|---|---|
robots.txt |
RFC 9309 | Googlebot, Bingbot, LLM crawlers | Permits crawl access across all public documentation; declares XML sitemap URI. |
sitemap.xml |
sitemaps.org 0.9 | Google Search Console, Bing Webmaster | Enables rapid crawling with dynamic <lastmod> timestamps and canonical URLs. |
llms.txt |
llmstxt.org | ChatGPT Search, Perplexity, Claude | Structured markdown repository index enabling Generative Engine Optimization (GEO). |
JSON-LD |
Schema.org FAQPage + SoftwareSourceCode | Google Rich Snippets, AI Overviews | Structured data directly consumed by Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) rich answer boxes. |
Core Tooling & Standards
Zero-dependency architecture, system typography, and automated quality assertions.
| Standard / Tool | Implementation | Architecture & Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Standalone Scaffolder | scripts/scaffold-repo-pages.py |
Python 3 standard library only; zero npm, cargo, or pip external packages required. |
| EaseUI Design System | assets/site.css |
Inter, Mono, 0-chroma neutral scale, fluid typography, dark/light contrast tokens. |
| Creator Monetization | Buy Me a Coffee Widget | Native non-intrusive floating button with customizable creator handle and brand accent. |
| Tag-Balance Quality Gate | HTML5 Parser Validator | Automated CI test verifying 100% clean opening/closing tag balance across all pages. |
Frequently asked questions
What is DESIGN:OS GitHub Pages?
DESIGN:OS GitHub Pages is an open-source tool designed for developers and engineering teams. Universal zero-dependency GitHub Pages template, CLI scaffolder, and 9-tier layout engine with built-in SEO, XML Sitemap, llms.txt (GEO), and Schema.org FAQPage (AEO).
How is DESIGN:OS GitHub Pages installed?
Clone the repository from GitHub and follow the Quickstart instructions, or install via your preferred package manager if distributed.
How does it compare with alternatives?
DESIGN:OS GitHub Pages prioritizes zero-dependency execution, deterministic results, and local privacy over bloated closed-source platforms.
Does it send telemetry or require cloud services?
No. DESIGN:OS GitHub Pages operates strictly on your local machine. No external tracking, no cloud lock-in, no telemetry.
What license is DESIGN:OS GitHub Pages released under?
DESIGN:OS GitHub Pages is licensed under the permissive MIT license, allowing free commercial and personal use.
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