Vite offers an innovative approach to frontend development, prioritizing speed and efficiency. It leverages native ES modules and provides a smooth development experience with hot module replacement.
Key features
- Instant server start with hot module replacement
- Optimized builds powered by Rollup
- Support for TypeScript, JSX, and more
- Plugin support for enhanced functionality
- Rich documentation and community support
Pros
- Fast development and build times
- Easy to set up and configure
- Rich plugin ecosystem
- Excellent performance for large projects
Cons
- Limited features compared to mature alternatives
- Learning curve for advanced configurations
- Some plugins may lack stability