Overview

The Vue component design tool is an innovative extension designed to enhance Vue.js development within Visual Studio Code. By utilizing this tool, developers can gain real-time previews of their single file components (.vue) with ease. Although it’s still a work in progress, this extension holds great potential for streamlining the design process and improving productivity.

With straightforward installation and usage, the Vue Designer is set up via the command palette, allowing immediate access to a preview pane. While there may be some limitations regarding CSS preprocessors and certain functionalities, the tool is a promising asset for those looking to refine their Vue component designs.

Features

• Real-time Preview: Instantly view changes in your Vue components with an interactive preview pane, making it easier to see how your design takes shape.
• Global CSS Support: Load shared styles through an array of CSS paths, perfect for applications utilizing global styles like reset CSS.
• TypeScript Compatibility: The tool works smoothly with TypeScript in both the script and styling sections, catering to modern development practices.
• WebSocket Communication: Server and client modules communicate seamlessly using WebSocket, ensuring synchronized component data during user interactions.
• Visual Studio Code Integration: Effortlessly integrated into VSCode, allowing for a familiar environment for developers to create, debug, and modify their components.
• Development Server Setup: Quickly set up a local development server with yarn, enabling you to start the design process without unnecessary delays.
• Prettier Formatting: All code must be formatted using Prettier, promoting consistent coding standards across projects.
• Debugging Tools: Access built-in debugging commands to troubleshoot and enhance your component design process directly from the VSCode interface.