Meteor Backbone Boilerplate

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A starting point for Meteor apps that use Backbone paging

Overview:

The Meteor Backbone Boilerplate is a project that aims to provide a starting point for Meteor projects that utilize a Backbone paging system. It integrates with both Backbone's router and Meteor's accounts system, allowing for easy management of routes and permissions. The project also supports multiple templates per page, making it suitable for handling complex layout requirements. Additionally, Google Analytics support is built-in. The boilerplate provides a basic demo and serves as a starting point for developers to customize and build upon.

Features:

  • Backbone Router Integration: The boilerplate seamlessly integrates with Backbone's router, allowing for easy swapping of page templates within a container div.
  • Meteor Accounts System Integration: Users can add permissions to routes, restricting access to logged-in users or creating private admin pages for developers.
  • Support for Multiple Templates per Page: The boilerplate handles the rendering of multiple templates reactively, making it suitable for complex layouts that require multiple reactive components.
  • Google Analytics Support: Google Analytics integration is built-in, making it simple to track analytics data for the project.

Summary:

The Meteor Backbone Boilerplate provides a solid foundation for building Meteor projects that utilize a Backbone paging system. It seamlessly integrates with Backbone's router and Meteor's accounts system, allowing for easy management of routes and permissions. The boilerplate also supports multiple templates per page, making it suitable for complex layout requirements. With built-in Google Analytics support, developers can easily track analytics data for their projects. Overall, the Meteor Backbone Boilerplate offers a convenient starting point for developers looking to leverage the power of Meteor and Backbone together.