How to Add NPM Packages in the Shopware 6 Build System?
When working with Shopware 6, adding NPM packages to your project is essential for enhancing functionality and integrating additional libraries. However, you may encounter issues where the NPM packages are not included during the installation on a live system. This article will guide you through the solution for correctly incorporating NPM packages into your Shopware 6 development system.
Issue Faced
While attempting to install NPM packages on a live system, you might find that the packages you included in the local development environment do not reflect in the live environment. This disconnection can lead to missing functionalities and errors during runtime.
Steps to Add NPM Packages in Shopware 6
Step 1: Include Packages in the Local System
First, ensure that all required NPM packages are installed locally. To do this, navigate to the following directory in your Shopware project:
/src/Resources/app/administration/
Then, run the command to install your desired NPM packages:
| 1 | npm install [your-package-name] |
Step 2: Create or Update webpack.config.js
Next, you need to create or modify the webpack.config.js file to ensure that the NPM packages located in your node_modules are included in the build process. This file is crucial for configuring how Webpack compiles the assets.
Here is a sample configuration for webpack.config.js:
| 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 | module.exports = (params) => { return { resolve: { modules: [ `${params.basePath}/Resources/app/administration/node_modules`, ], }, }; }; |
Step 3: Build the Administration Assets
After configuring the webpack.config.js file, you need to build the assets so that the changes take effect. Execute the following command in the root of your Shopware installation:
| 1 | /bin/build-administration.sh |
This script compiles the assets and ensures that your NPM packages are included in the final build.
Conclusion
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully add NPM packages to your Shopware 6 build system and resolve issues related to missing packages on a live installation. Always ensure to test your setup locally before deploying changes to the live environment to avoid complications. If you encounter further issues, feel free to reach out for additional assistance. Happy coding!
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