Overview

The Cron plugin for Strapi allows users to manage and monitor cron jobs directly from the Strapi admin panel. With this plugin, users can schedule tasks with start/end dates and iteration counters, as well as access script logs and monitoring.

Features

• GUI integrated with Strapi admin panel: The plugin seamlessly integrates with the Strapi admin panel, providing an intuitive user interface for managing cron jobs.
• Task scheduling tool: Users can easily schedule and configure cron jobs with start/end dates and iteration counters.
• Script logs & monitoring: The plugin provides access to script logs and monitoring, allowing users to track the execution and performance of their cron jobs.

Installation

To install the Cron plugin for Strapi, follow these steps:

1. Run the following command from the Strapi app root directory:

   npm install strapi-plugin-cron
   

   or

   yarn add strapi-plugin-cron
   

2. Update or create the ./config/plugins.ts file with the following configuration:

   module.exports = ({ env }) => ({
     // Other plugins configuration
     cron: {
       enabled: true,
     },
   });
   

3. Run the build command from the Strapi app root directory:

   npm run build
   

   or

   yarn build
   

Summary

The Cron plugin for Strapi is a useful tool for managing and monitoring cron jobs within the Strapi admin panel. With its seamless integration, task scheduling capabilities, and access to script logs, users can easily configure and track their cron jobs for efficient task management.