The Modern JavaScript Bootcamp (2019) - Setting up Webpack

This video tutorial covers the installation and basic configuration of Webpack, a JavaScript module bundler. It explains how to set up a Webpack configuration file, manage paths using Node.js features, and execute Webpack to generate output files. The tutorial also highlights the importance of flexible path configuration for cross-platform compatibility and demonstrates how to customize output file names.

What is the primary purpose of the Webpack documentation page?

• To sell Webpack merchandise

• To offer a forum for Webpack users

• To outline everything Webpack can do

• To provide a download link for Webpack

Which command is used to install Webpack as a local module?

• npm install -g webpack-cli

• npm install -g webpack

• npm install webpack

• npm install webpack-cli

What is the purpose of the 'entry' property in the Webpack configuration?

• To specify the output directory

• To define the starting point of the application

• To list all dependencies

• To set the Webpack version

Why is it important to use an absolute path for the 'output' property in Webpack?

• To increase security

• To reduce the file size

• To make the code run faster

• To ensure compatibility across different operating systems

Which Node.js module is used to handle paths in a cross-platform way?

• fs

• http

• path

• os

What command is used to run the Webpack script?

• node webpack

• npm start

• webpack serve

• npm run webpack

What is the default output file name generated by Webpack?

• bundle.js

• output.js

• main.js

• index.js

How can you change the output file name in Webpack?

• By changing the Webpack version

• By using a command line argument

• By setting the fileName property in the output object

• By modifying the entry property

What does Webpack do to the code in the output file?

• It converts it to TypeScript

• It encrypts the code

• It adds comments for clarity

• It minifies the code

What feature will be explored in the next video after setting up Webpack?

• CSS preprocessing

• Image optimization

• JavaScript modules system

• Server-side rendering