7.7.2. Task Runners

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a task runner?

   Hint

   Think about tasks that programmers do repeatedly.

2. 2.

   Name one example of a task runner used in JavaScript.

   Hint

   Consider which runners focus on coding tasks.

3. 3.

   What is the purpose of a task runner?

   • To enhance code quality
   • To automate repetitive tasks
   • To run tests only

   Hint

   Remember why developers need to be efficient.

4. 4.

   True or False: Gulp is purely a configuration-based task runner.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider how tasks are defined in Gulp.

5. 5.

   Design a Gulp task that watches for changes to HTML files and automatically refreshes the browser upon changes.

   Hint

   Look for Gulp plugins related to live reloading.

6. 6.

   Create a Fabric script to deploy a Flask application to a server, outlining all steps required.

   Hint

   Think about deployment processes typically used.