Modern Web App Development with Vite — PickAClass
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Modern Web App Development with Vite

Learn to build and optimize high-performance web applications using the next generation of frontend build tools and native JavaScript modules.

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Web development moves fast, and your build tools should keep up. Vite has redefined the developer experience by providing a lightning-fast environment that stays performant regardless of project size. This course provides a clear path for developers to modernize their workflow and move away from slow, legacy bundling processes. You will transition from traditional bundling methods to a modern, ESM-first workflow. Through detailed written explanations and code-based exercises, you will understand how to configure projects for speed, optimize assets for production, and leverage the full power of the Vite ecosystem for professional-grade applications. What you'll learn: - Understand the core concepts of JavaScript modules, tree-shaking, and how Vite handles module bundling under the hood. - Configure development environments that utilize native ESM for nearly instantaneous hot module replacement. - Integrate popular frameworks like React and Vue with optimized build settings and environment variable management. - Apply advanced optimization techniques including code splitting and asset compression for high-performance production builds. - Create custom Vite plugins to extend functionality and automate repetitive development tasks. - Implement modern unit testing within your build pipeline using the Vitest framework for application stability. The course begins with foundational definitions of bundling and the evolution of build tools before moving into practical configuration. You will progress through written modules that cover everything from basic project scaffolding to advanced plugin architecture and modern testing patterns. This course is designed for web developers and beginners who are familiar with basic JavaScript and want to adopt modern, professional build workflows. No prior experience with Vite or complex build systems is required. Start building faster and more efficient web applications today.

Course contents

6 modules · 28 lessons · 3h 3m

1 Foundations of Modern Bundling
Understand why Vite exists and the core technologies that make it fast.
5 lessons · 32 min
  1. The Evolution of Build Tools
    Transitioning from slow legacy bundlers like Webpack to modern ESM-first tools.
    6 min
  2. Deep Dive into JS Modules (ESM)
    How native browser support for modules changes the way we deliver code.
    7 min
  3. What is Tree-Shaking?
    The mechanism of removing unused code to keep bundles lean.
    6 min
  4. Vite Under the Hood
    Understanding how Vite serves code during development without bundling.
    7 min
  5. ESbuild and Rollup: The Duo
    Why Vite uses ESbuild for dev and Rollup for production builds.
    6 min
2 Getting Started & Dev Experience
Set up a professional development environment and master the CLI.
5 lessons · 31 min
  1. Scaffolding with create-vite
    Using the official CLI to jumpstart projects with different templates.
    6 min
  2. Anatomy of a Vite Project
    Understanding the folder structure and the role of index.html as the entry point.
    6 min
  3. Configuring vite.config.js
    Basic setup of the main configuration file for project customization.
    7 min
  4. Instant HMR in Action
    How Vite achieves lightning-fast updates without full page reloads.
    6 min
  5. Static Asset Handling
    Importing images, JSON, and CSS with Vite's built-in optimizations.
    6 min
3 Frameworks & Environment Control
Integrate popular libraries and manage application settings.
5 lessons · 32 min
  1. Integrating React
    Setting up the Fast Refresh plugin and JSX support for React apps.
    7 min
  2. Integrating Vue
    Configuring the official Vue plugin for Single File Component (SFC) support.
    7 min
  3. Environment Variables (.env)
    Securely managing API keys and settings across different environments.
    6 min
  4. Working with Modes
    Switching between development, production, and custom staging modes.
    6 min
  5. TypeScript Integration
    How Vite handles TypeScript transpilation out of the box.
    6 min
4 Optimizing for Production
Prepare the application for high-performance deployment.
5 lessons · 32 min
  1. The Production Build Process
    Running the build command and understanding the output directory.
    6 min
  2. Advanced Code Splitting
    Using manual chunks to separate vendor libraries from application logic.
    7 min
  3. Dynamic Imports
    Loading code only when needed to reduce initial page load time.
    6 min
  4. Compression and Minification
    Configuring Terser and CSS minification for the smallest possible files.
    7 min
  5. Previewing the Build
    Using the preview command to test the production bundle locally.
    6 min
5 Extending Vite with Plugins
Learn to customize Vite's behavior and automate tasks.
4 lessons · 28 min
  1. Introduction to Plugin API
    Understanding how Vite plugins leverage the Rollup plugin interface.
    7 min
  2. Building a Custom Plugin
    Writing a simple plugin to modify the transformed source code.
    8 min
  3. Automating Development Tasks
    Creating a plugin to automate file generation or cleanup during dev.
    7 min
  4. Exploring the Ecosystem
    How to find and implement popular community plugins for Vite.
    6 min
6 Testing & Deployment Pipelines
Ensure application stability and automate the release cycle.
4 lessons · 28 min
  1. Getting Started with Vitest
    Setting up the Vite-native testing framework for maximum speed.
    7 min
  2. Writing Unit Tests
    Testing utility functions and logic within the Vite environment.
    7 min
  3. Testing Components
    Using Vitest to verify UI components in React or Vue.
    7 min
  4. CI/CD Build Pipeline
    Integrating linting, testing, and building into a GitHub Action workflow.
    7 min
Final project

The Ultimate Performance Dashboard

Build a multi-page dashboard that integrates both React and Vue components, uses environment variables for API endpoints, features a custom 'Build-Info' plugin, and includes a full suite of Vitest unit tests.

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Practice questions 26 / 28
Assignments submitted 4 (avg 4.5 / 5)
Capstone project Reviewed — 4.6 / 5
Total practice 6.2 hrs
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Reviews (2)

Tsehay Eshetu ET
★ 4 · July 28, 2026

It was a pretty good course overall. Some parts moved a little fast for me, but the examples were generally helpful. Worth the time investment.

محمد الحسن JO Verified learner
★ 4 · June 24, 2026

Pretty informative. I liked the practical application examples, though the initial setup took longer than I expected.

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