CI/CD for Storybook

1. Introduction

Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) is an essential practice in modern software development. This lesson focuses on how to implement CI/CD for Storybook, a popular tool for developing UI components in isolation.

2. Key Concepts

2.1 What is CI/CD?

CI/CD is a method to frequently deliver apps to customers by introducing automation into the stages of app development.

Note: CI/CD helps catch bugs early and provides faster feedback to developers.

2.2 What is Storybook?

Storybook is an open-source tool for developing UI components in isolation. It allows developers to create components independently and showcase them in a catalog.

3. Setting Up CI/CD

3.1 Prerequisites

Node.js installed
Storybook setup in your project
Access to a CI/CD platform (e.g., GitHub Actions, CircleCI)

3.2 Example CI/CD Workflow with GitHub Actions

The following example demonstrates how to set up a GitHub Actions workflow for Storybook:

name: CI/CD for Storybook

on:
  push:
    branches:
      - main

jobs:
  build:
    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
    
    steps:
    - name: Checkout code
      uses: actions/checkout@v2

    - name: Set up Node.js
      uses: actions/setup-node@v2
      with:
        node-version: '14'

    - name: Install dependencies
      run: npm install

    - name: Build Storybook
      run: npm run build-storybook

    - name: Deploy Storybook
      run: npm run deploy
      env:
        GITHUB_TOKEN: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}

3.3 Running Tests

Incorporate tests in your CI/CD pipeline to ensure high-quality code. Example:

- name: Run Tests
  run: npm test

4. Best Practices

Keep your Storybook stories organized for better readability.
Run tests in parallel to speed up the CI/CD process.
Use a dedicated branch for CI/CD to keep your main branch stable.
Monitor the deployment process to catch and resolve issues quickly.

5. FAQ

What is the purpose of CI/CD?

The purpose of CI/CD is to automate the software delivery process, allowing for quick and reliable releases.

How can I integrate Storybook with my existing CI/CD pipeline?

You can integrate Storybook by adding build and deployment steps in your CI/CD configuration file as shown in the previous examples.

What are some common CI/CD tools?

Common CI/CD tools include GitHub Actions, CircleCI, Travis CI, and Jenkins.