How does this handle cache busting?

It uses the fingerprinting function to add content-based hashes to your filenames, ensuring browsers download new versions only when files change.

Does this replace the need for Webpack or Vite?

Yes, for the vast majority of Hugo projects, this skill helps you use Hugo's native tools to achieve bundling and minification without external dependencies.

Can I use this to manage npm packages like Bootstrap?

Absolutely. This skill includes guidance on using Hugo module mounts to integrate and process node_modules assets directly.

Does it support modern image formats like WebP?

Yes, it provides patterns for on-the-fly conversion to WebP and the generation of responsive srcset attributes for high-performance images.

Do I need Hugo Extended for this skill to work?

Yes, Hugo Extended is required for SCSS/SASS compilation, though basic JavaScript bundling and image processing will function in the standard version.

Hugo Asset Pipeline

Name: Hugo Asset Pipeline
Author: hughescr

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Content Management

Optimizes and processes website assets like SCSS, JavaScript, and images using native Hugo Pipes functionality.

This skill provides specialized guidance for implementing Hugo Pipes, the built-in asset processing system for the Hugo static site generator. It enables developers to compile SCSS to CSS, bundle and minify JavaScript using esbuild, perform advanced image processing including WebP conversion and responsive resizing, and implement cache busting through fingerprinting. By leveraging this skill, developers can eliminate the need for external build tools like Webpack or Vite, maintaining a streamlined, native Hugo development workflow.

Key Features

01Asset fingerprinting and Subresource Integrity (SRI) for security and caching

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03Conditional processing patterns for development and production environments

04JavaScript bundling and transpilation via built-in esbuild support

05SCSS/SASS compilation with source maps and production minification

06Dynamic image processing for responsive designs and WebP conversion

Use Cases

01Implementing automated responsive image generation and optimization workflows

02Setting up secure, cache-busted production assets with automated SRI hashes

03Replacing external frontend build tools with Hugo's native asset pipeline

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add hughescr/claude-code-config hugo-asset-pipeline

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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