Introduction to bootstrap-cli

The bootstrap-cli is a powerful command-line interface tool that simplifies the process of working with the popular Bootstrap framework. Whether you are a seasoned developer or a newbie, this tool is indispensable for rapidly creating responsive, visually appealing web applications. In this guide, we will explore various APIs provided by bootstrap-cli, complete with code snippets and a practical app example to illustrate their usage.

Installation

  npm install -g bootstrap-cli

Creating a New Project

To create a new Bootstrap project, use the following command:

  bootstrap-cli new my-new-project

Adding Components

bootstrap-cli makes it easy to add Bootstrap components to your project:

  bootstrap-cli add component navbar

Generating Layouts

Generate various layouts using:

  bootstrap-cli generate layout grid

Compiling Assets

Compile your project’s SCSS and JS files:

  bootstrap-cli compile

Serving the Project

Serve your project locally to view it in a browser:

  bootstrap-cli serve

Customizing Themes

You can easily customize your Bootstrap themes:

  bootstrap-cli custom theme my-theme

Building for Production

When your project is ready for production, build it using:

  bootstrap-cli build

Full App Example

Here is a pragmatic example of creating a simple Bootstrap-based app:

  mkdir my-app
  cd my-app
  bootstrap-cli new
  bootstrap-cli add component navbar
  bootstrap-cli add component card
  echo "
  <div class='container'>
    <nav class='navbar navbar-expand-lg navbar-light bg-light'>
      <a class='navbar-brand' href='#'>Navbar</a>
      <div class='collapse navbar-collapse'>
        <ul class='navbar-nav mr-auto'>
          <li class='nav-item active'>
            <a class='nav-link' href='#'>Home</a>
          </li>
        </ul>
      </div>
    </nav>
    
    <div class='card'>
      <div class='card-body'>
        <h5 class='card-title'>Card title</h5>
        <p class='card-text'>
          This is an example card created using Bootstrap's card component.
        </p>
      </div>
    </div>
  </div>
  " > index.html
  bootstrap-cli serve

With these steps, you have successfully created and served a basic Bootstrap application using bootstrap-cli!

Conclusion

The bootstrap-cli tool is a fantastic aid for developing Bootstrap projects efficiently. By mastering its various commands and features, you can significantly streamline your workflow, reduce development time, and create stunning web applications. Happy coding!

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