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Can a back-end developer use Sitecore JavaScript?
Developers can create JSS-based applications a couple of ways: Code-first allows a front-end developer to create all layouts, renderings, routes, logic, and content outside of Sitecore using only JSS. These items can later be imported into Sitecore via JSS tooling.
How to get data source item in Sitecore?
I know that most of the Sitecore developer’s uses Glass Mapper and so they inherits the SitecoreContext class to get the data source item but let’s stick to basics and try to get datasource item which you need to get it for your controller rendering. It’s really simple even without the use of Glass Mapper too.
How to create a controller rendering in Sitecore?
Let us create controller rendering in /sitecore/layout/Renderings/About Controller rendering area and provide Controller Name and Controller Action Name. As usual, add your controller rendering to either item where you wish to display or as I would do normally, add into standard values of template.
What’s the difference between Sitecore and Sitecore-first?
Sitecore-first is closer to classic Sitecore development, in that a developer defines layouts, renderings, placeholders, etc. in Sitecore. JSS then serves that content via an API to the JSS client-side app instead of rendering HTML via the usual MVC/WebForms presentation layers.
When do you need a Sitecore back-end license?
A license is only needed when running in any mode that requires a Sitecore back-end server for Sitecore integration and content management. JSS requires a separate license key in your Sitecore license file. Like all-things licensing, the details of pricing would be obtained through your Sitecore sales partner.
Do you need a JSS key to use Sitecore?
The server-side components of JSS include a few binaries, configuration files, and Sitecore definition items. These enable the headless pieces for utilizing a full Sitecore instance with a JSS application. These components are installed via a standard Sitecore package, and they require a Sitecore license with a JSS key to be enabled.
Which is the best repository structure for Sitecore JSS?
While thinking about repository structure for your Sitecore JSS project, you might consider keeping your code for a frontend app and a backend solution in separate code repositories. This gives a lot of freedom and separation, however keeping backend code and JSS application code in the same repository gives the following benefits:
Which is the best approach to Sitecore refactoring?
Sitecore JSS suggests 2 development workflows: Code First and Sitecore first, which are well described in JSS documentation. However, in the refactoring existing Sitecore solution scenario, it is much more beneficial to use the Sitecore first approach:
Which is better for Sitecore, sxa or JSS?
Let’s take a look at what each one offers, how each fits into a Sitecore application, and when it makes sense to pull the trigger and utilize one. What is JSS?
What are the requirements for the Sitecore developer trial?
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