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Svuelte

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Updated: 1 May 2019
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A Vue to Svelte component migration tool

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Overview

Transitioning from Vue to Svelte can feel like a daunting task, but svuelte is here to ease that shift. This small script automates many of the changes required to convert Vue Single File Components (SFC) into Svelte components. While it doesn’t fully automate the process—especially for features unique to Vue—it serves as a helpful assistant in navigating the differences. By understanding both frameworks’ concepts, svuelte aids developers in converting their components more efficiently.

The emphasis on automation means that developers can save time on tedious manual adjustments, although some fine-tuning will still be necessary. The tool leverages the structural similarities between Vue and Svelte to offer a streamlined experience, allowing users to focus on what matters most—creating incredible applications.

Features

  • Single File Component Conversion: Converts Vue .vue files to Svelte .svelte files, focusing on SFC for seamless transitions.

  • Automatic Prop Handling: Converts Vue props into Svelte’s export let syntax, making property management easier in the new framework.

  • Computed Properties Transformation: Automatically rewrites computed properties, simplifying their integration into Svelte format while preserving functionality.

  • Lifecycle Hooks Migration: Translates Vue lifecycle hooks into Svelte equivalents, ensuring behavior remains consistent throughout the transition.

  • Method Conversions: Converts Vue methods to standard function declarations, placing them at the bottom of the generated script, aligning with Svelte’s structure.

  • Template Unwrapping: Handles the conversion of Vue’s <template> tags, placing content directly within the Svelte component for a cleaner output.

  • CSS Handling: Maintains scoped styles while wrapping unscoped rules in a :global(...) selector, allowing for straightforward CSS management in Svelte.

  • Removal of this Context: Automatically eliminates unnecessary bindings to the component instance, optimizing variable accessibility within Svelte.