Modern JavaScript from the Beginning - Second Edition - Webpack Basic Setup

This video tutorial guides viewers through creating a Webpack boilerplate for front-end development. It covers setting up the project structure, installing Webpack and its dependencies, configuring the Webpack config file, and running build scripts. The tutorial also explains how to set up a .gitignore file and discusses the differences between development and production modes. The video aims to provide a foundational understanding of using Webpack for future projects.

What is the primary purpose of creating a Webpack boilerplate?

• To design a new database system

• To create a new programming language

• To develop a mobile application

• To set up a front-end development environment

What is the purpose of the 'src' folder in the project structure?

• To keep backup files

• To save configuration files

• To hold all source code files

• To store production-ready code

Why are Webpack and its CLI installed as dev dependencies?

• They are required for production

• They are only needed during development

• They are used for testing

• They are necessary for deployment

What is the purpose of the 'message.js' file in the module demonstration?

• To configure Webpack settings

• To create a new HTML file

• To demonstrate module import and export

• To set up a database connection

What command is used to run the build script in the terminal?

• npm run build

• npm install

• npm test

• npm start

What is the role of the Webpack config file?

• To store HTML content

• To manage CSS styles

• To configure Webpack settings

• To compile JavaScript code

What is the default filename for the output bundle in Webpack?

• output.js

• main.js

• bundle.js

• index.js

Why is the 'dist' folder not included in version control?

• It contains sensitive information

• It is not important

• It is automatically generated

• It is too large

What is the significance of setting the mode to 'development' in Webpack?

• It optimizes the code for production

• It enables debugging features

• It increases the build speed

• It reduces the file size

What is the purpose of the 'path' module in the Webpack config file?

• To compile CSS files

• To handle file paths

• To store environment variables

• To manage network requests