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Create a SharePoint Framework (SPFx) Web Part Using Visual Studio Code

Author: Vishal Thakur

In this guide, we will walk through the process of creating a SharePoint Framework (SPFx) web part using Visual Studio Code. SPFx is a modern development model for building custom web parts and extensions for SharePoint Online and on-premises environments. It leverages client-side scripting languages like HTML and JavaScript, and supports modern JavaScript frameworks.

What is SharePoint Framework (SPFx)?

The SharePoint Framework (SPFx) is a page and web part model that provides full support for client-side development, easy integration with SharePoint data, and support for open-source tooling. It runs in the context of a SharePoint page and requires only client-side scripting languages to function.

Prerequisites

• Visual Studio Code installed
• Node.js and npm installed
• SharePoint Framework (SPFx) Yeoman generator installed

Step-by-Step Guide to Create an SPFx Web Part

Step 1: Open Visual Studio Code

Launch Visual Studio Code and open a new folder by clicking on the File section. Create a new folder and open it.

Step 2: Open the Terminal

Click on the Terminal menu and select New Terminal. In the terminal, run the following command to scaffold a new SPFx project:

yo @microsoft/sharepoint

Step 3: Configure the Project

You will be prompted to provide a name for your solution. For this example, we will name it HelloLife. Follow the prompts to configure your project:

• Select WebPart as the component type.
• Choose a framework (e.g., React, No JavaScript Framework, etc.).

Step 4: Build and Serve the Project

Once the project is configured, run the following commands in the terminal:

gulp build

gulp serve

This will build the project and start a local server. A new browser window will open with the SharePoint workbench, where you can see your web part in action.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully created a SharePoint Framework (SPFx) web part using Visual Studio Code. This is just the beginning of your SPFx journey. In future posts, we will explore how to add custom logic and functionality to your web parts.

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