How do I set up SSL certificates for webpack-dev-server?

How do I set up SSL certificates for webpack-dev-server?

To set up SSL certificates for webpack-dev-server, you need to create or obtain an SSL certificate and key. You can use self-signed certificates for development purposes.

Can you guide me through creating a self-signed certificate?

Sure! You can create a self-signed certificate using OpenSSL. Run the following command: openssl req -nodes -new -x509 -keyout server.key -out server.cert -days 365.

What do I need to add to my webpack configuration?

In your webpack configuration, add the following to your devServer settings: https: true, key: fs.readFileSync('path/to/server.key'), cert: fs.readFileSync('path/to/server.cert').

Is there anything else I should be aware of?

Yes, remember that browsers may show a warning for self-signed certificates. You can bypass this for development, but for production, use a trusted certificate.