Using Storybook with Svelte

1. Introduction

Storybook is a powerful tool for developing UI components in isolation. This lesson covers how to integrate Storybook with Svelte to enhance your component development experience.

2. Setup

2.1 Prerequisites

Node.js installed on your machine.
Svelte project initialized (using npx degit sveltejs/template svelte-app).

2.2 Installing Storybook

To install Storybook in your Svelte project, run the following command:

npx sb init --type svelte

This command initializes Storybook and adds the necessary configuration files.

3. Configuration

3.1 Configuring Storybook

After installation, you may need to configure Storybook to work optimally with Svelte. Open the .storybook/main.js file and ensure it includes the necessary configurations for Svelte:


module.exports = {
    stories: ['../src/**/*.stories.svelte'],
    addons: ['@storybook/addon-links', '@storybook/addon-essentials'],
};

3.2 Creating a Story

To create a story for a Svelte component, create a new file with a .stories.svelte extension. For example, for a Button component:


// Button.stories.svelte

4. Best Practices

Keep stories focused on a single component.
Utilize Storybook's addons to enhance your development workflow.
Document your components using the documentation feature in Storybook.

5. FAQ

What is Storybook?

Storybook is an open-source tool for developing UI components in isolation for React, Vue, Svelte, and more.

How do I run Storybook?

Run npm run storybook in your project directory after setup to start the Storybook development server.

Can I use Storybook with other frameworks?

Yes, Storybook supports various frameworks including React, Vue, and Angular in addition to Svelte.