Activate Hot Reload in Blazor WASM

Discover how to enable `hot reload` on save in Blazor WASM to streamline your development process. Follow these simple steps!
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How to Activate Hot Reload on Save with Blazor WASM

If you're a developer working with Blazor WebAssembly (WASM), you might have encountered the tedious task of rebuilding your application every time you make a minor code change. This can be a frustrating aspect of development, especially when you’re used to frameworks like React, Vue, and Angular that offer hot reload capabilities. Don't worry; there’s a solution to enable hot reload in Blazor WASM just as seamlessly. Let’s dive into how you can achieve this.

Understanding the Issue

In traditional development using Blazor WASM, modifications to your code require a complete rebuild of the application. This can slow you down considerably since, every time you save, you'll need to refresh your browser manually to see the changes. It raises a common question among developers:

Can I Activate Hot Reload for Blazor WASM?

Yes, you absolutely can! By configuring your project correctly, you can enjoy a workflow that allows your application to auto-reload whenever you save your changes.

Solution: Enabling Hot Reload with Command Line

The best workaround to enable hot reload in Blazor WASM is to utilize the command line. Here's a step-by-step explanation of how you can easily enable this feature.

Step 1: Open Your Terminal

Navigate to the directory of your Blazor WASM application. For example:

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Step 2: Use the dotnet watch Command

Run the following command in your terminal:

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This command tells the .NET SDK to watch your project for changes. The dotnet watch tool will automatically rebuild the application when you save your code.

Step 3: Save Your Changes

Make any edits in your code editor, and hit CTRL + S to save.

Step 4: Automatic Browser Refresh

When you save your changes, the app will automatically rebuild, and the web page will refresh in your browser. You can see the changes immediately without having to manually click refresh. It's that simple!

Conclusion

With the above steps, you can effectively enable hot reload in your Blazor WASM applications. This will not only streamline your development process but will also enhance your productivity by saving precious time.

Key Points to Remember

Always run your Blazor application from the terminal using dotnet watch.

Remember to save your changes with CTRL + S to trigger the hot reload.

Enjoy the seamless development experience, similar to what other modern frameworks offer!

By following these guidelines, you'll be able to navigate your Blazor development with much more ease. Happy coding!

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