4 Replies Latest reply on Sep 28, 2017 4:38 AM by RevolverRelayer

Pulling in external content (html and images) from external server at run-time

RevolverRelayer Sep 26, 2017 4:12 AM

I would like to build an app that would pull in html text and possibly even images from an external server at run time so content is always up-to-date, rather than package it as part of the app and have to keep releasing new versions.

Is this possible and is there a plug in to help with this?

s this is a proof-of-concept, is there a hosting service at low cost or free I would use to test the content delivery?

The app would be built with Phonegap Build online, initially for use on Android and iOS.

Thanks!

1. Re: Pulling in external content (html and images) from external server at run-time

simon.macdonald Sep 26, 2017 8:01 AM (in response to RevolverRelayer)

Hey Tim,

Take a look at: GitHub - phonegap/phonegap-plugin-contentsync: Download and cache remotely hosted content

Simon
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RevolverRelayer Sep 27, 2017 12:27 AM (in response to simon.macdonald)

Thank, Simon, I will take a look at this.
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russellkef Sep 27, 2017 6:45 AM (in response to RevolverRelayer)

Hi RevolverRelayer

You could also checkout running the text & images from a DB such as Firebase.

Firebase allows you to store and sync app data in milliseconds this applies not only to text data but also images/videos files etc. The 'realtime' syncing would automatically ensure 'totally' uptodate data in your app - just a thought - Oh and Firebase can be free (depending on your usage)

https://firebase.google.com/
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RevolverRelayer Sep 28, 2017 4:38 AM (in response to russellkef)

Thanks, will check this out
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