Directus Extension Publish Node

Overview:

The Directus Extension dwaring87-publish-node is a tool developed for the Directus app that allows admin users to initiate and monitor the build of a static site after data in Directus has been updated. The extension includes a frontend app module and a backend API endpoint, both of which work together to manage and initiate the build process.

Features:

• Site Management: Users can add and configure multiple sites, each with its own local source path and npm package script used to build the site.
• Automatic Updates: The extension keeps track of when a site was last updated and detects if there have been any data updates in Directus since the last update.
• Build Monitoring: The module provides a Build Sites page that lists all configured sites, along with their status (Created, Building, Published, or Build Failed) and last updated timestamp.
• Build Initiation: Users can easily start a build by clicking the Build button for the desired site. The module will monitor the build progress and update the status accordingly.

Summary:

The Directus Extension dwaring87-publish-node is a helpful tool for users of the Directus app who want to easily initiate and monitor the build of a static site. With its site management capabilities, automatic updates, and build monitoring features, it streamlines the process of keeping static sites up to date with the latest data changes in Directus. The installation guide provided ensures a smooth deployment of the extension.