The compiler separates filesystem operations from core logic. The core engine can therefore run entirely in the browser, powering live editors and CMS previews without a Node.js backend.

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The Live Editor

The built-in Live Editor provides a high-performance, split-pane interface. Author your Markdown in the left pane. Watch the rendered output update and sync in real-time on the right.

Local Execution

Launch the Live Editor locally within your project:

npx @docmd/core live

Static Distribution

Generate a standalone, static version of the editor. Host it on platforms like Vercel or GitHub Pages:

npx @docmd/core live --build-only

This generates a dist/ directory. It contains the index.html entry point and the bundled docmd-live.js engine.

Embedding @docmd/core

Add the browser-compatible bundle to a third-party app to render Markdown on the client.

1. Resource Integration

Include the CSS and JavaScript bundles from your assets or a CDN:

<link rel="stylesheet" href="/assets/css/docmd-main.css">
<script src="/docmd-live.js"></script>

2. Isomorphic API

The global docmd object exposes a compile method for instant rendering.

const html = await docmd.compile(markdown, {
  "title": "Dynamic Preview",
  "theme": { "appearance": "dark" }
});


document.getElementById("preview-frame").srcdoc = html;