grunt-contrib-connect is a Grunt plugin that provides a simple, lightweight web server for serving static files. Ideal for development workflows, it allows you to easily host your project and test it in a browser. It offers features like live reload integration, proxying requests to backend servers, and specifying root directories. Use it to quickly set up a server, enabling efficient local testing of web applications and websites during development. It simplifies the process of serving files, making it a valuable asset in your Grunt-based build process.
The grunt-contrib-connect npm package has irregular release frequency. Initial releases occurred frequently between 2012 and 2016. After 2016, releases became less frequent, with versions 2.0.0, 2.1.0, 3.0.0, 4.0.0, 5.0.0 and 5.0.1 released in September 2018, September 2019, July 2020, July 2023, July 2024 and October 2024, respectively. No releases have occurred in 2025 as of September 11.
Grunt-contrib-connect npm package downloads show volatility. 2024 saw peaks in April and July, followed by a dip in late 2024. Early 2025 remained relatively stable. There was an increase in June and July, 2025 followed by a significant decrease in August and September (partial data).
