diff --git a/_posts/2024-05-11-llvm-org-website-redesign-project.md b/_posts/2024-05-11-llvm-org-website-redesign-project.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..72cf2bbe --- /dev/null +++ b/_posts/2024-05-11-llvm-org-website-redesign-project.md @@ -0,0 +1,109 @@ +--- +title: "LLVM.org Website Redesign Project Introduction" +layout: post +excerpt: "The LLVM.org website redesign project, part of Google Summer of Code +2024, aims to modernize and enhance usability for its community of developers. +This initiative will streamline navigation, improve accessibility, and update +content, transforming LLVM.org into a more user-friendly resource." +sitemap: false +author: Chaitanya Shahare +permalink: blogs/gsoc24_chaitanya_shahare_introduction_blog/ +date: 2024-05-11 +--- + +### Introduction + +I’m Chaitanya Shahare, a passionate full-stack web developer and a pre-final-year +Mechanical Engineering student at the National Institute of Technology +Srinagar, India. This summer, I'm delighted to embark on an exciting journey with LLVM as +Google Summer of Code 2024 contributor, where I'll be contributing to the LLVM project by +improving the look and feel of its central hub, the LLVM.org website. + +**Mentors**: Tanya Lattner and Vassil Vassilev + +### Why I Chose LLVM.org + +My fascination with coding and web development is about +making a real impact. LLVM.org is not just a website; it's a vital resource for +developers, researchers, and enthusiasts involved in the LLVM project. The site +provides crucial information, updates, and tools needed by the LLVM community +to thrive. Over time, the website has grown organically, which now calls for a +systematic redesign to enhance its functionality and aesthetic appeal. My +project focuses on making LLVM.org more modern, navigable, and user-friendly, +ensuring it continues to serve as a robust platform supporting innovation in +compiler technology. + +### My Personal Drive + +My journey in technology has always been driven by a simple principle: use what +you learn to make things better for others. Working on LLVM.org allows me to +apply everything I've learned about web development to improve a tool that +thousands of people rely on. My previous internships and personal projects +involving website management have prepared me well for this task, and I'm eager +to see how much of a difference I can make. + +### A Closer Look at the Project + +Starting this journey to revamp the LLVM.org website, my mission is to +transform it into a hub that not only serves its purpose efficiently but also +delights its users with its simplicity and elegance. Here’s a step-by-step +breakdown of how I plan to achieve this: + +1. **Comprehensive Content Audit**: The first order of business is to dive deep + into the current content of the LLVM.org website. This involves evaluating + each page to determine its relevance and usefulness. A significant focus + will be on enhancing the site's navigation to ensure that it is intuitive + and user-friendly. This audit will help us identify any outdated + information, redundant pages, or missing pieces that are crucial for users. + This step will involve working closely with the LLVM community through + feedback, surveys, and discussions. + +2. **Selecting the Right Building Blocks**: For the technical platform, I’ll be + using Hugo, a powerful tool known for building fast and reliable websites. + Hugo is not only quick but also makes managing content straightforward, + which is essential for a website like LLVM.org that is frequently updated + with new information. This choice ensures that the website can be easily + maintained and updated by the community, long after the project's + completion also ensuring that this project is reusable for other sub-projects + websites in the LLVM ecosystem. + +3. **Interactive Design Process**: Designing an engaging and user-friendly + website is not a solo task. I plan to create several design prototypes, each + offering a different look and feel. These prototypes will be shared with the + LLVM community through surveys and discussion forums to gather feedback. + It's crucial that the community's voice is heard in this process, as they + are the primary users of the site. This collaborative approach ensures that + the final design is not only visually appealing but also functionally + tailored to the needs of its users. + +4. **Building the Site**: With a design selected and technology ready, the next + phase is the actual site development. This involves coding the website, + setting up the structure for content, and integrating all the visual + elements. During this phase, I’ll ensure that the site is responsive, + meaning it’ll work seamlessly on both desktops and mobile devices, and + accessible, ensuring that users with disabilities can also use it + comfortably. + +5. **Rigorous Testing and Feedback Loop**: Before the new site goes live, + extensive testing is essential. This will include checking that all links + work, the site loads quickly on different devices, and there are no + accessibility barriers. Feedback from the community will be crucial during + this phase to catch any issues and ensure that the site meets everyone’s + needs. + +Through detailed planning, collaborative design, and careful execution, this +project aims to not only revamp the LLVM.org website but also enhance how the +LLVM community interacts with it. + +### Conclusion + +As we start this journey to improve the LLVM.org website, I am excited and +ready for the challenges ahead. I'm confident we can create a website that +everyone will find easy to use and helpful. + +### Related Links + +- [LLVM.org Website](https://llvm.org/) +- [Project description](https://discourse.llvm.org/t/improve-the-llvm-org-website-look-and-feel/76864) +- [GSoC Project Proposal](/assets/docs/Chaitanya_Shahare_Proposal_2024.pdf) +- [My GitHub Profile](https://github.com/Chaitanya-Shahare)