firebase-hosting-basics

Deploy static sites, SPAs, and microservices to a global CDN with zero-config SSL.

- Supports static sites, single-page apps (React, Vue, etc.), and dynamic content via Cloud Functions or Cloud Run integration

- Includes preview channels for testing changes on temporary URLs before live deployment, with GitHub Actions automation

- Configure routing, redirects, rewrites, and headers via firebase.json; emulate locally at http://localhost:5000 before deploying

- Not intended for full-stack frameworks requiring server-side rendering; use Firebase App Hosting for Next.js, Angular, or similar

hosting-basics

This skill provides instructions and references for working with Firebase Hosting, a fast and secure hosting service for your web app, static and dynamic content, and microservices.

Overview

Firebase Hosting provides production-grade web content hosting for developers. With a single command, you can deploy web apps and serve both static and dynamic content to a global CDN (content delivery network).

Key Features:

- Fast Content Delivery: Files are cached on SSDs at CDN edges around the world.

- Secure by Default: Zero-configuration SSL is built-in.

- Preview Channels: View and test changes on temporary preview URLs before deploying live.

- GitHub Integration: Automate previews and deploys with GitHub Actions.

- Dynamic Content: Serve dynamic content and microservices using Cloud Functions or Cloud Run.

Hosting vs App Hosting