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LiveReload vs nodemon: What are the differences?

  1. Installation: LiveReload requires a browser extension or script to be installed to work, while nodemon is solely a command line tool that can be easily installed through npm.
  2. Functionality: LiveReload automatically refreshes the browser when changes are made to files, while nodemon restarts the server when changes are detected in the codebase.
  3. Compatibility: LiveReload is primarily used for front-end development to reload CSS, JS, and images, whereas nodemon is used for back-end development to restart the server on file changes.
  4. Use Cases: LiveReload is more suited for designers and front-end developers who focus on the visual aspect of the website, while nodemon is tailored for server-side developers who work on the logic and functionality of the application.
  5. Dependencies: LiveReload depends on having a specific browser extension, which might not be available for all browsers, while nodemon has minimal dependencies and works consistently across different platforms and environments.

In Summary, LiveReload and nodemon differ in their installation, functionality, compatibility, use cases, and dependencies.

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Pros of LiveReload
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    Lightweight, Gulp support
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    Reliable
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    Stable in Chrome
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    More stable on windows
  • 1
    Easy to use
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    It's lightweight

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What is LiveReload?

LiveReload monitors changes in the file system. As soon as you save a file, it is preprocessed as needed, and the browser is refreshed.

What is nodemon?

It is an open source utility that will monitor for any changes in your source and automatically restart your server. It has a default support for node & coffeescript, but easy to run any executable (such as python, make, etc).

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What tools integrate with LiveReload?
What tools integrate with nodemon?
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    What are some alternatives to LiveReload and nodemon?
    BrowserSync
    BrowserSync makes your tweaking and testing faster by synchronising file changes and interactions across multiple devices. It’s wicked-fast and totally free.
    CodeKit
    Process Less, Sass, Stylus, Jade, Haml, Slim, CoffeeScript, Javascript, and Compass files automatically each time you save. Easily set options for each language.
    Prepros
    It is an interface tool which handles pre-processing, and other front-end tasks. Its greatest strength is the incredible ease with which it allows you to use pre-processors of various kinds, be they for CSS, HTML or JavaScript.
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