What is @rspack/cli?
@rspack/cli is a command-line interface for Rspack, a fast JavaScript bundler. It allows developers to bundle JavaScript applications efficiently, providing various features for configuration, optimization, and development workflows.
What are @rspack/cli's main functionalities?
Bundling JavaScript
This command bundles the JavaScript files in your project according to the configuration specified in the rspack.config.js file.
npx rspack-cli build
Development Server
This command starts a development server with hot module replacement, allowing you to see changes in real-time as you develop your application.
npx rspack-cli serve
Custom Configuration
This command allows you to specify a custom configuration file for the bundling process, giving you flexibility in how your project is built.
npx rspack-cli build --config custom.config.js
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webpack-cli
webpack-cli is the official command-line interface for Webpack, a popular JavaScript module bundler. It offers similar functionalities to @rspack/cli, such as bundling, development server, and custom configurations. However, Webpack is more established and has a larger ecosystem.
parcel
Parcel is a zero-configuration web application bundler that offers fast performance and simplicity. Unlike @rspack/cli, Parcel aims to work out of the box without requiring extensive configuration, making it a good choice for smaller projects or quick prototypes.
rollup
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