Gulp is a task runner that utilizes streams to automate repetitive tasks like minification, compilation, unit testing, linting and more. It follows the Unix philosophy and uses JavaScript for task configuration and execution. Some key functions of Gulp include defining tasks, running tasks, watching file changes, getting file sources and outputting destinations. Gulp files contain code rather than just configuration and there are many plugins available to extend its functionality for common development tasks.

1. gulp
Matt Clise

2. What is Gulp?
● 20oz soda
● Variety of soda brands/flavors
● Variations up to 50oz

3. What is gulp?
● Task runner
● Utilizes streams
● Unix philosphy

4. Five Simple Functions
● gulp.task(name, fn)
● gulp.run(tasks)
● gulp.watch(file glob, fn)
● gulp.src(file glob)
● gulp.dest(folder)

5. Other thoughts
● File for gulp is code vs config
● Most gulp plugins ~20 lines
● 780 plugins available on gulpjs.com
● Common gulp “recipes” available on GitHub

6. Let’s see some code...