A template for creating chrome extensions with CRXJS, Vite and TypeScript
Creating Chrome extensions can be a daunting task, especially when you're trying to streamline the development process. With the combination of CRXJS, Vite, and TypeScript, this template simplifies the creation and testing of Chrome extensions. It allows developers to focus on building features without getting bogged down by the typical complexities involved in extension development.
This template is designed to work seamlessly across various Chromium-based browsers, making it a versatile choice for developers. Whether you're familiar with Chrome, Brave, Edge, or Opera, you’ll find it straightforward to build and run your extension with just a few commands.
Easy Setup: Just run a simple command to build your Chrome extension and automatically place it into the dist folder.
Developer Mode Support: Quick instructions to enable developer mode in Chrome, ensuring smooth testing of your extension.
Cross-Browser Compatibility: Works on any Chromium-based browser, including Chrome, Brave, Edge, and Opera, making it highly versatile.
File Structure Organization: Clear directory structure with essential files like manifest.json, index.html, and configuration files for easy navigation and management of your project.
TypeScript Integration: Utilize TypeScript for better code quality and maintainability, enhancing your development experience.
Vite Configuration: Built-in Vite configuration allows for fast builds and an optimized development experience.
Dependency Management: Comes with a package.json and yarn.lock to handle all necessary dependencies efficiently.
Tested Versions: Verified functionality across multiple versions of popular browsers, ensuring reliability and performance.
Vite is a build tool that aims to provide a faster and leaner development experience for modern web projects
TypeScript is a superset of JavaScript, providing optional static typing, classes, interfaces, and other features that help developers write more maintainable and scalable code. TypeScript's static typing system can catch errors at compile-time, making it easier to build and maintain large applications.