live-server

Simple development HTTP server with live reload capability. Version 1.2.2 (latest stable; last released in 2019, no longer actively maintained). It automatically reloads the browser upon file changes, supports CSS injection without full reload, and requires no browser plugins. Key differentiators: zero-config setup, CLI-driven, supports SPA fallback, CORS, HTTPS, and custom middleware. Alternative to browsersync or webpack-dev-server but more minimal and focused on static file serving with live reload.