Gatsby Plugin Netlify Cache

Overview

The gatsby-plugin-netlify-cache has been deprecated in favor of the newer gatsby-plugin-gatsby, signaling a significant shift for developers using these tools in their projects. While it offered a way to cache build files, improving build speeds significantly, the reliance on this plugin may not be advisable for future developments. If you're still exploring caching options for your Gatsby projects on Netlify, understanding the features of the deprecated plugin can provide insight into what functionalities you might seek in alternatives.

Features

• Local Caching: This plugin allows local caching of your build files to speed up subsequent builds significantly.
• Netlify Integration: It seamlessly integrates with Netlify, restoring your cache and caching new files automatically within the Netlify cache folder.
• Conditional Activation: The plugin only activates in Netlify environments, ensuring no conflicts arise during your local development process.
• Cache Management: Users can easily reset the cache through the Netlify app, ensuring builds remain efficient and up-to-date.
• Directory Caching: The .cache directory is cached by default, optimizing performance for frequent builds.
• Custom Directory Options: The extraDirsToCache option allows you to specify additional directories for caching, providing flexibility based on project needs.
• Public Directory Caution: While the Public directory could be cached, it’s disabled by default to prevent excessive directory sizes that might disrupt builds.