Overview
Metalsmith Debug UI is an innovative browser-based debugging interface designed specifically for Metalsmith users. It provides a user-friendly way to navigate through Metalsmith files and their associated metadata, allowing users to inspect their build process at any moment. This tool simplifies the complexities that can arise while developing with Metalsmith, making it a valuable addition for anyone heavily involved in building static sites.
The integration of a browser client offers a seamless experience where developers can observe changes and troubleshoot issues as they happen. Additionally, the functionality of saving history snapshots of the build process enables a retrospective analysis of the workflow, ensuring developers can roll back and forward through stages with ease.
Features
- User-Friendly Interface: A clean and appealing UI for easy exploration of files and metadata during the build process.
- Build Process Navigation: Effortlessly jump forwards and backwards through different stages of your build, enhancing your workflow efficiency.
- React-Based Client: Built on React, ensuring a responsive and interactive user experience that feels modern and intuitive.
- Data Collection: Captures and stores the history of your Metalsmith files and metadata for easy reference.
- Patch and Report Modes: Provides detailed reporting on plugin activities, enhancing your debugging efforts.
- Error Handling: Continues to log data even when a plugin error occurs, allowing for precise troubleshooting after failures.
- Compatibility with Plugins: Supports a wide range of plugins, although some may not log to the debug-ui; mostly compatible with those using debug v2.x.x.
- Open Source Contributions: Actively encourages community contributions and improvements, fostering a collaborative environment for developers.
