md0 CMS is a GitHub-native content management system that provides a visual interface for managing markdown files directly in your GitHub repository. Unlike traditional headless CMS platforms, md0 CMS requires zero infrastructure setup—no API keys, no webhooks, no build configuration.
What is md0 CMS?
md0 CMS is a visual content editor that connects directly to your GitHub repository, allowing you and your team to manage markdown content through an intuitive interface while keeping all your content version-controlled in Git.
Key Features
- GitHub-Native: Direct OAuth integration with GitHub—no Git commands required
- Visual Markdown Editor: WYSIWYG editing with live preview powered by modern editor technology
- Collection Management: Organize content by type using path patterns (e.g.,
content/posts/**/*.md) - Schema Builder: Define frontmatter fields with types, validation, and default values
- Zero Setup: No API integration, no webhooks, no configuration files needed
- Automatic Sync: Real-time synchronization directly to your GitHub repository
How It Works
- Connect Repository: Login with GitHub OAuth and select your repository
- Define Collections: Set up content collections using glob path patterns
- Configure Schemas: Define frontmatter fields for each collection
- Start Writing: Use the visual editor to create and edit content
- Automatic Sync: Changes save directly to GitHub—your SSG rebuilds automatically
What Makes It Different
Not a Traditional Headless CMS
md0 CMS is fundamentally different from API-based headless CMS platforms:
- No Content API: Your static site generator reads files directly from Git
- No Build Integration: No need to configure webhooks or API calls
- No Separate Backend: Content lives in your GitHub repository, not a proprietary database
- No Vendor Lock-in: Content is stored as standard markdown files in your repo
It's a GUI for Git-Based Content
Think of md0 CMS as a visual layer on top of your existing Git-based workflow:
- Content team uses the visual interface
- Developers continue to work with files locally
- Everyone commits to the same repository
- No changes needed to your build process
Perfect For
- Static Site Generators: Next.js, Gatsby, Hugo, Astro, Eleventy, Jekyll, Nuxt
- Documentation Sites: API docs, product documentation, knowledge bases
- Markdown Blogs: Personal blogs, company blogs, technical content
- Open Source Projects: Community documentation, guides, tutorials
- Portfolio Sites: Project showcases, case studies, work samples
Benefits
For Content Teams
- Visual editing instead of raw markdown
- Form-based frontmatter (no YAML syntax errors)
- Live preview of content
- No Git knowledge required
- Organized collection views
For Developers
- No API integration needed
- No build process changes
- Content stays in Git (version controlled)
- Can still edit files locally
- Zero infrastructure to maintain
For Everyone
- 2-minute setup time
- No learning curve for Git
- Real-time collaboration
- Complete content portability
- Free tier available
Getting Started
Ready to start managing your GitHub content visually? Check out our Quick Start Guide to get up and running in under 5 minutes.