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 athttp://localhost:5000before 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.