HTTP Server for Single Page Applications

http-server-spa is a lightweight and fast Node.js-based static file server specifically designed to host Single Page Applications (SPAs). Its primary feature is built-in support for the HTML5 History API fallback, which routes all non-file requests to a specified fallback HTML file (e.g., `index.html`), allowing client-side routers to handle URL paths without 404 errors. This differentiates it from general-purpose static servers that require additional configuration for this behavior. The package is predominantly a command-line interface (CLI) tool, commonly installed globally. While the npm metadata indicates version 1.3.0, the most recent "first official release" is tagged as 3.2.0, addressing several bug fixes including Node.js compatibility. Release cadence appears irregular, focusing on critical bug fixes and improvements rather than a fixed schedule. It distinguishes between "file requests" and "route requests," serving actual files with a 200 status or redirecting route requests to the fallback with a 301 status for non-root paths.