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http-server is a zero-configuration command-line node tool for creating static HTTP servers.
It’s useful if you want to run an HTTP server to test stuff locally.
However, the documentation states, “It is powerful enough for production usage…”
Installation options:
- On-demand:
npx http-server [path] [options] - Global npm: `npm install –global http-server`
- Homebrew:
brew install http-server - As a dependency:
npm install http-server
Usage is straightforward: http-server [path] [options]
The default path is ./public if it exists, otherwise ./
Key features:
- Easy installation and usage
- Runs on-demand with npx
- Global installation via npm or Homebrew
- Customizable port and address settings
http-server offers numerous configuration options, including custom ports, file extensions, caching, and proxy settings. It also supports “magic files” like index.html for directory requests and 404.html for missing files.
Let us know how you’re using http-server in your development workflow.
