Meteor Handlebars Server

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Server side handlebars support for Meteor

Overview

If you're a Meteor developer looking to enhance your application's capabilities, the Handlebars Server package is a worthwhile addition. Designed primarily to provide server-side support for generating HTML in emails, it acts as a temporary solution for developers awaiting full server-side rendering support in Meteor. This package allows you to create dynamic HTML content easily, making your emails look professional and polished.

Using Handlebars for your server-side rendering streamlines the process of managing templates and enhances the flexibility of your Meteor application. With a simple installation, you'll be able to utilize Handlebars templates effectively to power your server-side logic.

Features

  • Seamless Integration: Easily add support for server-side Handlebars by running a single command in your Meteor project.

  • Template Functions: Any file with a .handlebars extension becomes a function available under the Handlebars.templates namespace, streamlining template usage.

  • Server Accessibility: Keep your Handlebars files within the /server directory to ensure accessibility, simplifying your project's structure.

  • Simplified HTML Management: Write your templates as standard HTML without the need for Meteor-specific tags, making it easier for those familiar with traditional web development.

  • Server-Side Helpers: Use OriginalHandlebars.registerHelper to define custom helpers for your server-side templates, adding functionality and flexibility to your rendered content.

  • Open Source License: Released under the MIT license, this package remains free to use and compatible with your development needs.