A slider should be considered a reusable component within a template, as it serves a distinct function and can be utilized in various sections of a website. In the context of template development, including a slider as a separate component ensures modularity and simplifies maintenance.
Here are a few reasons to treat it as a component:
- Reusability: If the slider is designed as a component, you can reuse it across multiple pages or sections of the site. A well-structured component allows for quick changes in multiple places at once.
- Separation of Functionality: The slider may contain specific HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. As a component, you can organize its style files and scripts separately, without impacting other parts of the site.
- Scalability: If the slider is set up as a component, it is easier to extend with new features (such as additional animation or control options).
Other Best Practices:
- In most cases, the slider is included in a template using a directory structure such as
componentsorparts. - In WordPress, for example, the slider can be added as a template part (in a separate file within
template-parts) to allow flexible inclusion across various layouts.
By treating the slider as a modular component, you gain more control and flexibility, and the code remains clean and easy to maintain.