live-server

name	live-server
description	Use this skill when the user wants a quick development HTTP server with automatic browser reload on file changes.

live-server Plugin

live-server serves static files with automatic browser reload on file changes. Ideal for frontend development and rapid prototyping.

Commands

• live-server _ _ <args> — Passthrough

Usage Examples

• "serve current directory with live reload"
• "start server on port 8080 with HTTPS"
• "serve with SPA history fallback"
• "open browser on server start"

Installation

npm install -g live-server

Key Features

• Automatic browser reload on file changes
• Configurable port and host binding
• HTTPS support with custom certificate
• SPA history fallback for client-side routing
• Custom middleware support
• File ignore patterns for watch exclusion
• Browser auto-open on startup