block-inventory

To inventory available blocks in an AEM Edge Delivery Services project, scan local directories and query the Block Collection. This process identifies existing components like hero and cards, outputting a consolidated list with descriptions and example URLs for content modeling.

The purpose of scanning the Block Collection for AEM content modeling is to discover common, reusable blocks like hero, cards, and columns. It identifies their intended usage, enabling authors to make informed decisions when planning page structure and authoring content.

You find reusable components like hero and cards by surveying your local AEM Edge Delivery Services directories and querying the Block Collection. This identifies available blocks, deriving their purposes to provide a consolidated inventory for your page build.

Yes, the block inventory process works with both local project directories and the Block Collection. It scans local AEM Edge Delivery Services folders for existing blocks and queries the collection to identify additional reusable components, consolidating the results into a single inventory.