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Silex: Build Static Sites Visually

Name: Silex: Build Static Sites Visually
Author: silexlabs

Create dynamic sites without code. For founders and makers.

2,892 stars658 forksTypeScriptQuality 8/10Updated 7/15/2026100% free · open source

What it does

Silex allows founders to create dynamic sites without coding, using a visual interface to manage static sites with dynamic data.

Install / run

Clone the Silex repository from GitHub using the command `git clone https://github.com/silexlabs/Sirex.git` and then follow the instructions in the README to get started

When to use it

•When you need to quickly create a website with dynamic content without requiring extensive coding knowledge
•When you want to create a static site with dynamic data, such as a blog or portfolio, without using a complex CMS
•When you need to collaborate with a team to create a website, and you want a free and open-source solution

Quick start

1Clone the Sirex repository and navigate to the `examples` folder to explore sample projects
2Run `node index.js` to start the Sirex server, then open `http://localhost:5500` in your browser to access the visual editor
3Create a new site by clicking the 'New Site' button and selecting a template or starting from scratch
4Use the visual editor to drag and drop components, add text and images, and customize your site's layout and design
5Export your site as a static HTML, CSS, and JavaScript files using the 'Export' button

Ready-to-paste prompt

Open `http://localhost:5500` and click 'New Site' to create a new project, then add a dynamic 'Hello World' component using the visual editor

Heads up: Make sure you have Node.js version 14 or higher installed on your system, as Silex requires it to run, and also be aware that Silex is still a free and open-source project under active development, so some features may be experimental or subject to change

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