Question 1

How to add expiration to stored items using Store.js?

Accepted Answer

Use the expire plugin by requiring 'store/plugins/expire' and adding it with store.addPlugin(). This lets you set expiration times for keys, as shown in the plugin examples for automatic deletion.

Question 2

Store.js vs localForage: which is better for modern apps?

Accepted Answer

Store.js excels in cross-browser compatibility and simplicity, while localForage uses IndexedDB for larger storage. Choose Store.js for legacy support or localForage if you need more capacity and modern browser features.

Question 3

Can Store.js work in Node.js environments?

Accepted Answer

Yes, with the node-localStorage package, Store.js can be used in Node.js, as mentioned in the 'Supported Browsers' section. This allows consistent storage APIs across server and client in some cases.

Question 4

How to handle Safari Private mode storage limits with Store.js?

Accepted Answer

Store.js automatically falls back to cookieStorage in Private mode, but you must limit stored data to under 32 thousand characters to avoid issues, per the recommendations in the 'Storages limits' table.

Question 5

What plugins are available for adding default values?

Accepted Answer

The defaults plugin allows declaring initial values for keys; include it via require('store/plugins/defaults') and use store.defaults(), as demonstrated in the plugin's example usage file.

Question 6

How to create a custom build to reduce Store.js file size?

Accepted Answer

Use store-engine to combine only necessary storages and plugins, as shown in the 'Make your own Build' section. This lets you exclude legacy support and optimize the bundle for specific needs.

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