firebase-hosting-basics

Installation
Summary

Deploy static sites, SPAs, and microservices to a global CDN with zero-config SSL.

  • Supports static sites, single-page apps (React, Vue, etc.), and dynamic content via Cloud Functions or Cloud Run integration
  • Includes preview channels for testing changes on temporary URLs before live deployment, with GitHub Actions automation
  • Configure routing, redirects, rewrites, and headers via firebase.json; emulate locally at http://localhost:5000 before deploying
  • Not intended for full-stack frameworks requiring server-side rendering; use Firebase App Hosting for Next.js, Angular, or similar
SKILL.md

hosting-basics

This skill provides instructions and references for working with Firebase Hosting, a fast and secure hosting service for your web app, static and dynamic content, and microservices.

Overview

Firebase Hosting provides production-grade web content hosting for developers. With a single command, you can deploy web apps and serve both static and dynamic content to a global CDN (content delivery network).

Key Features:

  • Fast Content Delivery: Files are cached on SSDs at CDN edges around the world.
  • Secure by Default: Zero-configuration SSL is built-in.
  • Preview Channels: View and test changes on temporary preview URLs before deploying live.
  • GitHub Integration: Automate previews and deploys with GitHub Actions.
  • Dynamic Content: Serve dynamic content and microservices using Cloud Functions or Cloud Run.

Hosting vs App Hosting

Choose Firebase Hosting if:

  • You are deploying a static site (HTML/CSS/JS).
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