Gatsby Global State

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Demo on adding Global State to Gatsby.js with React Context and useReducer

Overview

If you're looking to kickstart your web development project, the default Gatsby boilerplate is a fantastic option that can get you up and running in no time. This starter kit comes equipped with essential configuration files, allowing developers to harness the power of Gatsby—a blazing-fast framework for React. Whether you're new to Gatsby or have experience, this setup streamlines the initial stages of development, ensuring a smoother launch.

With the straightforward process of creating and developing a site, you can dive into coding effortlessly. The ability to see real-time updates as you edit your source code makes this an engaging and efficient tool for building modern web applications.

Features

  • Quick Setup: Use the Gatsby CLI to create a new site with the default starter, getting you started immediately.

  • Real-Time Editing: Open your project in a code editor, make changes, and see updates in the browser instantly.

  • Source Code Organization: The /src directory is designated for all front-end related code, keeping your project structured and manageable.

  • Configuration Files: Essential configuration files like gatsby-config.js and gatsby-node.js allow for customization of site metadata and build processes.

  • Version Control Friendly: The .gitignore file helps keep your project clean by specifying which files should not be tracked.

  • Code Formatting Consistency: The .prettierrc file within the boilerplate ensures your code remains consistently formatted across the project.

  • Access to APIs: Specific files like gatsby-browser.js and gatsby-ssr.js are set up for you to extend Gatsby's functionality using various APIs.

  • Automatic Dependency Management: The package-lock.json file ensures you have the exact versions of npm dependencies installed, streamlining package management.

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Gatsby

GatsbyJS is a free and open-source static site generator based on React. It uses a modern development stack including Webpack, GraphQL, and modern JavaScript and CSS frameworks. It also provides a rich set of plugins, starters, and themes.

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React

React is a widely used JavaScript library for building user interfaces and single-page applications. It follows a component-based architecture and uses a virtual DOM to efficiently update and render UI components