Sharing code across HubSpot modules: A breakthrough in JS module importing

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Hey everyone! I’m super pumped to share a cool discovery I made while working on a partner portal project. You know how we’ve been struggling to import JS modules in HubSpot? Well, I think I’ve cracked it!

Here’s what I did:

  1. Created a global module to store JS functions as key-value pairs
  2. Used export_to_template_context=True in the template file
  3. Loaded the script data in the ‘back end’ of HubSpot
  4. Used HubL tokens and macros to print the JS directly on the page

The best part? This method adds the JS before the browser starts parsing the page. It’s like magic!

I’ve got a simple ‘Hello World’ example working. Here’s a snippet:

function greetUser() {
  console.log('Greetings, HubSpot user!');
}

// In module.html
{{ import_macro('path/to/macro') }}
{{ call_js_function('greetUser') }}
greetUser();

This is just the beginning, but I’m stoked about the possibilities. No more code duplication across modules! Who else is excited about this?

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I’ve been grappling with this issue for months, and your solution is a game-changer! The global module approach is brilliant. I’ve tried similar workarounds, but using export_to_template_context is the key I was missing.

One thing to consider: while this method is fantastic for smaller projects, it might become unwieldy for larger codebases. I’ve found that organizing functions into separate files and then importing them into the global module can help maintain structure.

Also, have you experienced any performance impacts with this method? In my tests, I noticed a slight increase in initial load time, but the benefits in code organization and maintainability far outweighed this minor drawback.

Thanks for sharing this. It’s going to save me countless hours of frustration!

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Your discovery is truly impressive! I’ve been searching for a reliable way to share JavaScript across HubSpot modules for ages. The global module approach combined with export_to_template_context is ingenious.

I’ve implemented a similar strategy in a recent project, and it’s been a lifesaver. One tip I’d add is to use a naming convention for your functions to avoid conflicts. Something like ‘moduleName_functionName’ can help keep things organized as your codebase grows.

Have you considered how this method might interact with HubSpot’s caching? In my experience, it’s crucial to clear the cache after making changes to ensure the latest version is being served. Also, how are you handling any potential errors or exceptions in the shared functions?

Overall, this is a fantastic contribution to the HubSpot development community. It’s solutions like these that make our jobs easier and our code more efficient.