Question 1

gulp-pug vs pug-cli which is better for automation?

Accepted Answer

gulp-pug is better for integrating Pug compilation into a Gulp-based build pipeline with streaming and task automation, while pug-cli is suited for one-off compilations or scripts without Gulp. If you're already using Gulp for other tasks, gulp-pug provides seamless integration.

Question 2

how to inject JSON data into pug templates with gulp?

Accepted Answer

Use the locals option in gulp-pug or pair it with the gulp-data plugin to read JSON files and pass data to templates. For example, gulp-data can parse frontmatter or external JSON, merging it with template locals during compilation.

Question 3

does gulp-pug support nested directory structures?

Accepted Answer

Yes, gulp-pug works with Gulp's src function which can handle glob patterns, so you can compile Pug files from nested folders by specifying paths like './src/**/*.pug'. Ensure to set the filename option correctly if needed.

Question 4

how to handle errors in gulp-pug compilation?

Accepted Answer

gulp-pug can throw errors during compilation; use Gulp's error handling mechanisms like plumber or on('error') to manage failures gracefully. The plugin doesn't have built-in error recovery, so it's best to integrate with Gulp's stream error handling.

Question 5

can I use custom pug filters with gulp-pug?

Accepted Answer

Yes, by providing a custom Pug instance via the pug option, you can configure custom filters and other Pug settings. This allows advanced template processing tailored to your project's needs.

Question 6

gulp-pug vs gulp-jade is there a difference?

Accepted Answer

gulp-pug is the updated version for Pug (formerly Jade), so it supports the latest Pug features. gulp-jade might be outdated; always use gulp-pug for current projects to ensure compatibility with Pug's API and syntax.

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