Overview

The vuejs-uikit-starter is an impressive starting point for developers looking to build applications using Vue.js and UIkit 3. It streamlines the development process with a modern setup that enhances both productivity and code quality. With a host of built-in features, this starter kit allows developers to focus on creating great user experiences instead of worrying about configuration.

Designed for ease of use, this starter kit incorporates powerful tooling such as Webpack and ESLint, ensuring that the development environment is robust and efficient. The combination of hot-reloading, testing capabilities, and production-ready builds makes it a strong choice for both newcomers and seasoned developers looking to expedite their workflows.

Features

• Development Server: Runs on port 8080 by default with automatic fallback to the next free port if occupied, ensuring smooth local development.
• Hot-reload Capabilities: State preserving hot-reload feature allows developers to see real-time changes in their applications without losing state.
• Production Build: Generates a production-ready build that minifies JavaScript and HTML, optimizing performance for live deployments.
• CSS Extraction and Minification: Extracts and minifies CSS across all components into a single file, reducing load times for users.
• Unit Testing Setup: Integrated unit testing using PhantomJS with Karma and Mocha, supporting ES2015+ and allowing easy mock injection.
• End-to-End Testing: Simplifies E2E testing with Nightwatch, automatically managing Selenium and chromedriver dependencies for cross-browser testing.
• Source Maps: Includes source maps for easier debugging during development, giving developers insights into their minified code.
• Bundle Size Analytics: Provides an option to analyze bundle size, helping maintain optimal performance with efficient asset management.