The Modern JavaScript Bootcamp (2019) - Webpack Dev Server

The video tutorial discusses improving local development workflow by automating the build process. It introduces two solutions: a quick five-second method using Webpack's watch flag and a more comprehensive five-minute setup with Webpack Dev Server. The tutorial explains how these tools can streamline development by automatically recompiling code and refreshing the browser, eliminating the need to manually rerun scripts. The video also covers configuring Webpack Dev Server to serve content efficiently and highlights the benefits of using a single tool for both development and production environments.

What is the main issue with the current workflow when changing JavaScript files?

How does the five second solution improve the workflow?

What command is used to run webpack with the watch flag?

What steps are involved in setting up the webpack dev server?

What are the two main properties that need to be provided to configure the webpack dev server?

What is the purpose of the public path in the webpack dev server configuration?

How does the dev server handle recompiling when changes are made to the application?

What happens to the files in the scripts directory when using the dev server?

What are the advantages of using the webpack dev server over the previous workflow?

What is the difference between the development and production configurations in webpack?