Grunt Dust Html

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A grunt.js task to render Dust templates against a context & produce HTML

Overview

If you are looking for a handy solution to render Dust templates effectively, this plugin provides a straightforward way to generate HTML from your templates. With its ease of installation and configuration settings tailored for various needs, this tool can seamlessly integrate into your existing project. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting, the customization options available make it suitable for many different scenarios.

Features

  • Easy Installation: Simply install the plugin using a command and update your project's Grunt file with a few lines of code.
  • Source and Destination Setup: Define src for the source template and dest for the output file, which will be written relative to your Grunt file.
  • Whitespace Control: Customize whitespace preservation with a Boolean option, allowing you to maintain or eliminate unnecessary spaces in your output.
  • Partial Directory Support: Specify one or more directories containing partial templates, enhancing modularity in your projects.
  • Default Template Extension: Automatically manage partial templates with a configurable default extension, defaulting to .dust.
  • Multiple Module Options: Choose the Dust module that suits your needs, whether it’s dustjs-linkedin, plain dust, or the dustjs-helpers for extended functionality.
  • Flexible Context Rendering: Render templates against various contexts, including JSON files, JavaScript objects, or arrays, providing robust support for dynamic content.
  • Testing Capabilities: Ensure the integrity of your application with a built-in testing command using npm, making it easier to maintain quality.
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Templates & Themes

A template or theme refers to a pre-designed layout or structure that provides a basic framework for building a specific type of application or website. It typically includes good design, placeholder content and functional features, allowing developers to customize and fill in the details according to their specific needs.

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Grunt

Grunt is a popular JavaScript task runner that automates repetitive tasks like minification, compilation, and testing, allowing developers to focus on writing code.