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Free Headless CMS Options for Developers in 2026
Most headless CMS platforms charge for production use. Here are the options that are genuinely free, what their limits are, and which works best for different project types.
GitHub Flavored Markdown — What GFM Adds to Standard Markdown
GitHub Flavored Markdown extends CommonMark with tables, task lists, strikethrough, and autolinks. Here is what GFM adds and where it works.
Best Markdown Editors in 2026
A roundup of the best markdown editors in 2026: browser-based tools, desktop apps, and IDE extensions. Covers free and paid options for different workflows.
What Is a Git-Based CMS?
A git-based CMS stores content as files in your repository. Editors commit changes, not API calls. Here's how it works, why developers prefer it, and how it compares to API-based alternatives.
How to Add a CMS to a Static Site
Static sites are fast and cheap to host, but editing content means touching files. Here's how to add a CMS that keeps the speed advantage without forcing writers to use Git.
Markdown Frontmatter — What It Is and How to Use It
Frontmatter is YAML metadata at the top of a markdown file. Here is what it does, how to write it correctly, and how static site generators use it to build pages.
Markdown vs HTML — When to Use Each
Markdown and HTML both produce formatted web content, but they serve different purposes. Here's when to write markdown, when to write HTML, and when to mix both.
MDX vs Markdown — What's the Difference and When to Use Each
MDX lets you use React components inside markdown files. Here's when that trade-off is worth it, and when plain markdown is the better choice.
Netlify CMS Alternatives in 2026
Netlify CMS (now Decap CMS) is no longer actively maintained. Here are the best alternatives for git-based content management, compared by setup time, GitHub support, and pricing.
What Is Markdown? A Plain-Language Guide
Markdown is a lightweight text formatting language that converts plain text to HTML. Learn the basics: syntax, use cases, and how to get started in minutes.
Markdown Editor vs WYSIWYG Editor: Which One Should You Use?
Markdown and WYSIWYG editors solve the same problem differently. Here's how to choose the right one based on your workflow, not just your preference.
How to Write a GitHub README That People Actually Read
Most READMEs fail at the first sentence. Here's what a good README contains, what to cut, and how to structure one that works for users and contributors alike.
How to Write a Good GitHub README (And Generate One Fast)
What makes a GitHub README actually useful, and how md0's README generator helps you produce one in minutes without starting from scratch.
md0 Live Markdown Editor: Features and How to Use Them
A practical guide to md0's markdown editor. Split-pane preview, keyboard shortcuts, auto-save, GitHub Flavored Markdown support, and export options.
Markdown Table Generator: Build Tables Without Writing Syntax
Create markdown tables visually with md0's table generator. Click to add rows and columns, import from Excel or CSV, and copy clean markdown output instantly.
How to Convert Markdown to HTML: Methods and When to Use Each
Compare your options for converting markdown to HTML: browser tools, command-line processors, and build-time pipelines. Includes a fast in-browser converter.
Convert Markdown to PDF: Options, Trade-offs, and a Browser-Based Tool
How to turn markdown files into PDF documents. Compare browser tools, command-line options, and when each approach makes sense. Includes md0's free converter.
Introducing md0 v1.0: A Markdown Toolkit That Stays Out of Your Way
md0 v1.0 is here. A set of fast, browser-based markdown tools covering editing, conversion, and generation. No accounts, no installs, no friction.
Markdown Best Practices for Clean, Portable Documents
Practical rules for writing markdown that renders correctly everywhere: semantic headers, accessible images, consistent formatting, and what to avoid.
Why We Built md0: The Reasoning Behind a Markdown Tools Platform
The thinking behind md0. Why markdown tooling is fragmented, what we wanted to fix, and the decisions that shaped how md0 works today.