Question 1

How do I compile Handlebars templates with Gulp?

Accepted Answer

Use gulp-handlebars in a Gulp task, often combined with gulp-wrap for wrapping and gulp-declare for namespacing. The README provides a step-by-step example that compiles templates from a source directory to a JavaScript file under a custom namespace like MyApp.templates.

Question 2

gulp-handlebars vs webpack handlebars loader – which should I use?

Accepted Answer

gulp-handlebars is best for projects already using Gulp, offering fine-grained control and plugin integration. Webpack's loader is more suitable for modern bundler setups, providing features like hot module replacement and better ecosystem alignment.

Question 3

How to handle partials in gulp-handlebars?

Accepted Answer

Precompile partials using gulp-handlebars, then register them with Handlebars.registerPartial via gulp-wrap. The README includes an example that processes partials from a directory, strips extensions, and outputs them to a consolidated JavaScript file.

Question 4

Can I use gulp-handlebars with Ember?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it supports Ember's HTMLBars through custom compiler options. The ember-htmlbars example in the README shows how to configure it with Ember-specific Handlebars and compiler functions for compatibility.

Question 5

Error: Template was precompiled with an older version of Handlebars – how to fix?

Accepted Answer

Install the desired Handlebars version via npm and pass it as options.handlebars in gulp-handlebars, ensuring the client-side runtime matches. The README details this fix, including copying the correct runtime from node_modules.

Question 6

How to output templates as AMD modules with gulp-handlebars?

Accepted Answer

Integrate gulp-define-module in your Gulp task to define templates as AMD modules. The amd example in the README demonstrates this, setting up dependencies and using wrapper templates for proper module definition.

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