Hapi Ninja

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Boilerplate Hapi server example. Node.js, Hapi, and Swig.

Overview:

Hapi NinjaBoilerplate is a base boilerplate example that demonstrates how easy it is to get started with Hapi as a web server. It utilizes the Node.js platform and the Hapi server framework to create a fast and scalable web server. The boilerplate also includes Swig as a template engine and Gulp as a task runner for assets.

Features:

  • Node.js: Fast and easy to get started with, with the added advantage of using JavaScript.
  • Hapi: A well-designed server framework that is easy to understand and scales well.
  • Swig: A fast HTML templating engine that supports template inheritance and HTML syntax for both server-side and client-side code.
  • Gulp: A powerful asset task runner that optimizes performance and makes it easy to manage assets.

Summary:

Hapi NinjaBoilerplate is a comprehensive example of how to build a web server using Hapi, Node.js, and other useful tools like Swig and Gulp. It provides a solid foundation for creating web applications and offers features such as easy plugin creation, caching options, and asset management. By following the installation guide, developers can quickly set up their own Hapi-based server and start building their applications.

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Gulp

Gulp.js is an old but popular site building tool that automates various repetitive development tasks in web development, such as compiling Sass, minifying JavaScript, and optimizing images.