Question 1

Is react-npm-component-starter still maintained or should I use something else?

Accepted Answer

No, it's deprecated. The author recommends using react-modern-library-boilerplate instead, which uses Rollup for better bundling and modern features. This makes the old starter a poor choice for current projects.

Question 2

How do I publish my React component to npm with this boilerplate?

Accepted Answer

After developing your component, update the package.json fields like name and description, then run `npm publish`. The README provides step-by-step instructions, but note that the boilerplate is deprecated, so consider modern alternatives for publishing.

Question 3

What's better: this Babel-only boilerplate or a Rollup-based one for React libraries?

Accepted Answer

Rollup-based boilers are generally better because they offer bundling optimizations like tree-shaking, support multiple output formats, and are more maintainable. This Babel-only approach is simpler but lacks these advanced features.

Question 4

How to add CSS to my React component library using this setup?

Accepted Answer

You can use inline styles or create separate CSS files in src/lib. For separate files, users must import them manually, as explained in the README, since direct imports require webpack style-loader and might not work in all environments.

Question 5

Can I easily host the demo on GitHub Pages with this boilerplate?

Accepted Answer

Yes, run `npm run docs:prod` to build the demo, then configure GitHub Pages to use the docs folder. The README notes it might take time to go live, but adding /index.html to the URL works instantly.

Question 6

Why are there no tests or linting included in this project?

Accepted Answer

The boilerplate prioritizes minimalism and simplicity for beginners, so common tooling was omitted to keep the setup focused on component development. You'll need to add these tools manually if required.

Question 7

What are the risks of using a deprecated boilerplate like this?

Accepted Answer

Risks include lack of updates for security vulnerabilities, incompatibility with newer React versions or tooling, and no community support. It's best to switch to a maintained alternative for long-term projects.

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