Question 1

How to change the default port in WD-41?

Accepted Answer

The README doesn't mention port configuration; by default, it likely uses a standard port, but you'd need to check the source code or issues for customization options. Consider using environment variables or flags if supported.

Question 2

WD-41 vs Live Server in VS Code – which is better for quick static development?

Accepted Answer

WD-41 is a standalone tool focused on minimalism, while Live Server is integrated into VS Code with more features like automatic opening. Choose WD-41 for simplicity without IDE lock-in, but Live Server for convenience within VS Code.

Question 3

Does WD-41 work with single-page applications (SPAs) that use client-side routing?

Accepted Answer

It may not handle SPA routing well since it only serves static files and reloads the page on changes; for SPAs, you might need additional configuration to avoid breaking navigation, which isn't documented.

Question 4

Can WD-41 inject scripts into files other than HTML, like CSS or JS?

Accepted Answer

No, the README specifies it only injects the delta-streamer.js script into text/html files, so live reload might not trigger for changes in other file types without page reloads.

Question 5

What happens if the WebSocket connection drops in WD-41?

Accepted Answer

The README doesn't address error handling; if the connection fails, live reload likely stops until a manual refresh, which could disrupt development workflows.

Question 6

Is WD-41 suitable for production deployment?

Accepted Answer

No, it's designed for development with features like temporary mirroring and script injection; use a dedicated production server like Nginx or Apache for static sites in production.

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