Quick Reference
A lookup table for finding which file to edit.
Configuration files
| What to change | Which file |
|---|---|
| Host institution & partner logos | _data/config/organisers.yml |
| Event name, date, location | _data/config/site.yml |
| Navigation menu | _data/config/navigation.yml |
| Event schedule | _data/content/schedule.yml |
| Speakers & organisers | _data/content/speakers/en.yml |
| Sponsors | _data/content/sponsors.yml |
| Colours & fonts | _sass/_variables.scss |
| UI text (buttons, labels) | _data/strings/en.yml |
| Feature toggles | _config.yml |
Customisation guides
| Topic | Guide |
|---|---|
| Host institution & partner logos | Organisers |
| Site identity, contact, registration | Event Details |
| Sessions, times, speakers | Schedule |
| Speakers, facilitators, organisers | People |
| Sponsor tiers and logos | Sponsors |
| Colours, fonts, spacing | Styling |
| Multi-language support | Adding Languages |
| Enable/disable sections | Feature Toggles |
YAML basics
YAML files use a simple format:
event:
name: "My University CRE"
date: "March 21, 2026"
Rules:
- Indentation matters (use 2 spaces, not tabs)
- Strings with special characters need quotes
- Lists use dashes:
- item
See yaml.org for the full specification.