vite
Vite build tool configuration, plugin API, SSR, and Vite 8 Rolldown migration. Use when working with Vite projects, vite.config.ts, Vite plugins, or building libraries/SSR apps with Vite.
Best use case
vite is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Vite build tool configuration, plugin API, SSR, and Vite 8 Rolldown migration. Use when working with Vite projects, vite.config.ts, Vite plugins, or building libraries/SSR apps with Vite.
Teams using vite should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/vite/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How vite Compares
| Feature / Agent | vite | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Vite build tool configuration, plugin API, SSR, and Vite 8 Rolldown migration. Use when working with Vite projects, vite.config.ts, Vite plugins, or building libraries/SSR apps with Vite.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# Vite
> Based on Vite 8 beta (Rolldown-powered). Vite 8 uses Rolldown bundler and Oxc transformer.
Vite is a next-generation frontend build tool with fast dev server (native ESM + HMR) and optimized production builds.
## Preferences
- Use TypeScript: prefer `vite.config.ts`
- Always use ESM, avoid CommonJS
## Core
| Topic | Description | Reference |
|-------|-------------|-----------|
| Configuration | `vite.config.ts`, `defineConfig`, conditional configs, `loadEnv` | [core-config](references/core-config.md) |
| Features | `import.meta.glob`, asset queries (`?raw`, `?url`), `import.meta.env`, HMR API | [core-features](references/core-features.md) |
| Plugin API | Vite-specific hooks, virtual modules, plugin ordering | [core-plugin-api](references/core-plugin-api.md) |
## Build & SSR
| Topic | Description | Reference |
|-------|-------------|-----------|
| Build & SSR | Library mode, SSR middleware mode, `ssrLoadModule`, JavaScript API | [build-and-ssr](references/build-and-ssr.md) |
## Advanced
| Topic | Description | Reference |
|-------|-------------|-----------|
| Environment API | Vite 6+ multi-environment support, custom runtimes | [environment-api](references/environment-api.md) |
| Rolldown Migration | Vite 8 changes: Rolldown bundler, Oxc transformer, config migration | [rolldown-migration](references/rolldown-migration.md) |
## Quick Reference
### CLI Commands
```bash
vite # Start dev server
vite build # Production build
vite preview # Preview production build
vite build --ssr # SSR build
```
### Common Config
```ts
import { defineConfig } from 'vite'
export default defineConfig({
plugins: [],
resolve: { alias: { '@': '/src' } },
server: { port: 3000, proxy: { '/api': 'http://localhost:8080' } },
build: { target: 'esnext', outDir: 'dist' },
})
```
### Official Plugins
- `@vitejs/plugin-vue` - Vue 3 SFC support
- `@vitejs/plugin-vue-jsx` - Vue 3 JSX
- `@vitejs/plugin-react` - React with Oxc/Babel
- `@vitejs/plugin-react-swc` - React with SWC
- `@vitejs/plugin-legacy` - Legacy browser support