preview-dev

Serve live previews for React, Vue, Vite, Express, and FastAPI projects.

22|12|Updated Mar 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Starchild-ai-agent/official-skills --skill preview-dev
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Skill: preview-dev
Source: https://github.com/Starchild-ai-agent/official-skills/tree/main/preview-dev
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Starchild-ai-agent/official-skills --skill preview-dev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables users to build, test, and deploy web pages, frontend applications, and full-stack projects with a live, interactive preview, streamlining the web development workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Live Preview: See your web UI changes instantly in a browser panel.
  • Fullstack Support: Handles static sites, SPAs (React, Vue, Vite), and backend frameworks (Express, FastAPI).
  • Deployment Ready: Facilitates sharing and public deployment of previews.
  • Use Case: Develop a new React component, see it live, and then share a public link to the deployed preview.

Quick Start

Use preview-dev to build and serve a new React project in the 'my-react-app' directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about preview-dev

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get a live preview of my React or Vue web UI during development?

To get a live preview of your React or Vue web UI, you need an environment that serves your code and instantly reflects changes in a browser panel. This Skill provides that by supporting Vite and SPA frameworks for immediate visualization.

Can I preview a fullstack web application with an Express or FastAPI backend?

Yes, you can preview a fullstack web application because this Skill supports backend frameworks like Express and FastAPI. It serves both your frontend UI and backend logic together to enable interactive fullstack development.

How do I share my web UI changes with a public preview link?

You can share your web UI changes by using the deployment features to generate a public link. This allows you to distribute a deployed preview of your current development state to stakeholders for review.

What is the best way to streamline my frontend and fullstack web development workflow?

The best way to streamline your web development workflow is to integrate code editing, live preview serving, and health checking in one cycle. This Skill combines these tools to ensure a seamless process from building to visualizing.

Does this live preview environment support static sites alongside single page applications?

Yes, the live preview environment supports both static sites and single page applications. It handles various frontend frameworks including React, Vue, and Vite to serve your projects locally.

Why do I need a live preview environment for web development instead of manual refreshes?

You need a live preview environment to eliminate manual browser refreshes and instantly visualize UI updates. This immediate feedback loop accelerates frontend and fullstack development by validating changes as you code.