Unlock the Power of Vue CLI 3
Vue CLI 3 is a game-changer for Vue.js developers. With its plugin-based architecture, flexibility, and zero-config rapid prototyping, it’s the perfect tool for scaffolding Vue.js projects.
Plugin-Based Architecture
The new CLI implements a plugin-based architecture, which is a significant improvement from the previous template-based architecture. This means that there’s only one template, and every other feature you need can be added as a plugin.
Flexibility
With Vue CLI 3, you can start a new project without worrying about all the features you might need in the future. You can create the project, start coding, and add features as needed.
Zero-Config Rapid Prototyping
The new CLI allows you to serve your Vue app or component like an HTML file. This is perfect for testing ideas without bothering with configurations.
Supported Features
Vue CLI 3 supports a wide range of features out of the box, including:
- Typescript
- Progressive Web App (PWA)
- Vue Router
- Vuex
- CSS Preprocessors (PostCSS, CSS Modules, Sass, Less, Stylus)
- Linter/Formatter (ESLint)
- Unit Testing (Mocha, Jest)
- E2E Testing (Cypress, Nightwatch)
Presets
When creating a new project with Vue CLI 3, you can manually select features to create a preset. This preset can be reused to skip the feature selection process in future projects.
Adding Plugins
To add a plugin to an existing project, simply run the command vue add <plugin-name>. The new CLI accepts shorthand names for packages, making it easy to install plugins.
Environment Variables
Vue CLI 3 allows you to use environment variables using a .env file in your project’s root. You can specify variables for different environments by adding the environment name as a suffix to the .env filename.
Tweaking Webpack Config
Vue CLI 3 provides an easy way to tweak the internal Webpack config using the configureWebpack option in vue.config.js.
Conclusion
Vue CLI 3 is a powerful tool for Vue.js developers. With its plugin-based architecture, flexibility, and zero-config rapid prototyping, it’s the perfect tool for scaffolding Vue.js projects. While it’s still in beta, it’s definitely worth checking out.
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