This error indicates an issue with your Remix route configuration within your vite.config.ts file. Let's break down the problem and its solution.
Understanding the Error
The error message "You must provide a non-empty routes array to createStaticHandler" signals that Remix's build process needs a list of routes for generating static assets. Remix leverages createStaticHandler under the hood for this purpose. It's trying to create a static handler for your routes, but your route configuration is empty, leading to the error.
The Root Cause
The error arises from a lack of proper route definition within your routes function inside vite.config.ts. Although you appear to be defining routes using the defineRoutes function, it's likely there's a misunderstanding about how Remix expects routes to be defined.
Solution
Here's a corrected vite.config.ts that effectively addresses the error:
import { unstable_vitePlugin as remix } from "@remix-run/dev";
import { defineConfig } from "vite";
import { remixDevTools } from "remix-development-tools";
import { installGlobals } from "@remix-run/node";
import tsconfigPaths from "vite-tsconfig-paths";
installGlobals();
export default defineConfig({
server: {
port: 3000,
},
plugins: [
remixDevTools(),
remix({
ignoredRouteFiles: ["**/*.css"],
// Corrected route definition
routes: [
{
path: "/",
id: "root",
file: "root.tsx",
index: true,
},
{
path: "about",
id: "about",
file: "routes/about.tsx",
},
{
path: "test",
id: "test",
file: "routes/test/index.tsx",
children: [
{
path: "add",
id: "test-add",
file: "routes/test/add.tsx",
index: true,
},
{
path: "delete:testId",
id: "test-delete",
file: "routes/test/delete.$testId.tsx",
},
{
path: "edit:testId",
id: "test-edit",
file: "routes/test/edit.$testId.tsx",
},
],
},
],
}),
tsconfigPaths(),
],
});
Key Changes
-
Direct Route Definition: We've moved away from using
defineRoutesin theroutesfunction. Instead, we directly define an array of route objects. Each route object describes:path: The URL path for this route.id: A unique identifier for the route.file: The file containing the route component.index: Iftrue, this is the primary route for this path.children: An array of nested routes for this route.
-
Clarity: This structured approach offers greater clarity and control over your routes, allowing Remix to build static assets efficiently.
Avoiding the Promise
There's no need to wrap your route definition in a Promise.resolve. Remix expects route definitions to be synchronous. If you have complex route logic requiring asynchronous operations, you might consider utilizing a separate function that returns the routes asynchronously and then invoking it within your routes function.
Testing and Verification
After making the changes, ensure you rebuild your Remix application:
npm run build
This will regenerate static assets based on your updated routes, and hopefully, resolve the "You must provide a non-empty routes array to createStaticHandler" error.
Additional Tips
- Documentation: Refer to the official Remix documentation (https://remix.run/docs) for the latest best practices and how to use the
routesfunction. - Debugging: If the error persists, check for any errors in your console. Try simplifying your route configuration gradually to pinpoint the issue.
By using the structured route definition format and removing the Promise.resolve, you should be able to overcome this error and properly configure your Remix application's routes. Remember to always consult the official documentation for the most up-to-date guidance and best practices.
