inertia-rails-setup

Configure Inertia.js with Ruby on Rails via generator or manual setup.

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npx skills add https://github.com/cole-robertson/inertia-rails-skills --skill inertia-rails-setup

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Skill: inertia-rails-setup
Source: https://github.com/cole-robertson/inertia-rails-skills/tree/main/skills/inertia-rails-setup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cole-robertson/inertia-rails-skills --skill inertia-rails-setup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you set up Inertia.js in a Ruby on Rails application with your choice of frontend framework (React, Vue, or Svelte), streamlining the transition to modern, client-driven interfaces.

Core Features & Use Cases

Official Starter Kits: Quickly bootstrap new projects with authenticated templates and front-end tooling.
Flexible Setup Paths: Install via generator for a guided setup or perform a manual install to customize integration.
Framework-Agnostic Frontend: Supports React, Vue 3, or Svelte, with TS options and optional SSR.
Production-Ready Config: Configures Inertia Rails, Vite/Rails integration, and shared data hooks for front-end pages.

Quick Start

To begin, run the generator to install inertia_rails and choose your frontend framework, then follow the prompts to complete the integration.

Frequently Asked Questions about inertia-rails-setup

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I set up Inertia.js with Rails and React?▼

To set up Inertia.js with Rails and React, you can use a generator to install the inertia_rails gem and Vite Rails, then follow the prompts to select React and configure your layouts for a modern client-driven interface.

Can I install Inertia.js manually in an existing Rails app?▼

Yes, you can perform a manual install of Inertia.js in an existing Rails app to customize the integration, which includes configuring the InertiaRails gem, installing Vite Rails, and updating your layouts.

Does Inertia.js support Vue 3 and Svelte with Ruby on Rails?▼

Yes, Inertia.js supports Vue 3 and Svelte with Ruby on Rails, allowing you to choose your preferred frontend framework along with TypeScript options and optional server-side rendering (SSR) during setup.

What is the best way to share server data with an Inertia Rails frontend?▼

The best way to share server data with an Inertia Rails frontend is by configuring shared data hooks during your setup, which passes backend Rails variables directly to your React, Vue, or Svelte pages.

How do I bootstrap a new Rails project with an Inertia frontend?▼

You can bootstrap a new Rails project with an Inertia frontend by using official starter kits, which quickly scaffold authenticated templates and pre-configured front-end tooling for your chosen framework.

Do I need Vite Rails to configure Inertia.js in my application?▼

Yes, you need Vite Rails to configure Inertia.js in your application, as the setup process explicitly includes installing Vite Rails to handle the asset bundling and frontend tooling integration.