A Gatsby plugin that makes it easy to add feature flags to your Gatsby site
Integrating feature flags into your Gatsby site just became easier with the gatsby-plugin-launchdarkly. This straightforward plugin allows developers to utilize LaunchDarkly’s powerful feature flagging capabilities to manage the rollout of new features seamlessly. With the growing need for more controlled deployments and A/B testing, this plugin stands as a valuable tool for developers looking to enhance the flexibility of their web applications.
Setting up the plugin is quite simple and it unlocks a range of functionalities to create a more dynamic user experience. Whether you need to gradually introduce a feature or test it on a fraction of your audience, this integration provides the necessary tools to make such strategies effective.
Easy Installation: Quickly add the plugin to your Gatsby project by adjusting your gatsby-config.js file, followed by simple steps to integrate the LaunchDarkly SDK.
React SDK Integration: Built on top of LaunchDarkly’s React SDK, this plugin utilizes the withLDProvider function for smart client initialization, ensuring all the core functionalities are accessible.
Context API Use: Leverage React Context to make the LaunchDarkly SDK available across your Gatsby components, facilitating straightforward access to all feature flags.
Anonymous User Support: Automatically tracks anonymous users, providing them with a consistent experience without requiring additional configuration.
Direct Client Access: The plugin offers hooks like useFlags and useLDClient, granting developers direct access to LaunchDarkly’s features for greater control over how flags are used.
Class Components Compatibility: Designed with flexibility in mind, it supports class components using the withLDConsumer higher-order component to inject flags into your props effortlessly.
User Identification: For applications that involve logged-in users, the plugin allows for direct interaction with the LDClient to tailor feature flags based on user data for more personalized experiences.
Community Contributions: Open for contributions from developers, which fosters community involvement and continuous improvement of the plugin.
