Prebuild Webpack Plugin

Prebuild Webpack Plugin is a utility designed to execute file processing and I/O operations before a webpack build commences. It currently stands at stable version 1.1.1, with a history of steady, active development and releases addressing issues and improving performance. This plugin distinguishes itself by offering dedicated `build` and `watch` hooks that fire before the initial webpack compilation and on subsequent rebuilds, respectively. It supports file matching via minimatch patterns, allowing for targeted pre-processing. A key feature is the ability to explicitly add matched files to webpack's dependency tree and specific handling for complex build environments like Next.js through the `compilationNameFilter` option, enabling users to optimize for client-side or server-side compilations. It is particularly useful for scenarios requiring data transformation or external resource fetching prior to bundling, providing a flexible interface for such tasks.