starter-kit

The premium Open Source alternative to Ghost

🎯 Best for:Developers who want a professional blog without managing a database or backend.

What is starter-kit?

An alternative to Ghost or Medium for developers wanting a custom-branded blog frontend. It leverages Hashnode's GraphQL API for content management while providing full control over the UI and deployment.

Tech Stack
TypeScriptBlogging & Publishing

Why starter-kit?

  • Zero backend maintenance
  • Tailwind CSS styling
  • Built-in newsletter support

Limitations

  • Dependent on Hashnode API
  • Limited to blogging
  • Requires frontend knowledge
3/4/2026
Last Update
931
Forks
24
Issues
MIT
License
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on Ghost)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
150+
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