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Build a Forum Site Using GitHub Discussions as Backend
A new open-source template called git-forums lets developers turn GitHub Discussions into a full forum site without a backend or database. Built with SvelteKit and Tailwind CSS, it generates a static site deployable to GitHub Pages. Features include threaded conversations, reactions, search, and optional OAuth sign-in.
Meridian48 take
Clever reuse of existing infrastructure, but reliance on GitHub's API and moderation may limit customization and scalability for larger communities.
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