expressjs-creator
v1.0.5
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Command line tool to create Express.js applications with different templates.
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ExpressJS Creator.
ExpressJS Creator is a command-line tool designed to streamline the process of setting up Express.js applications. With ExpressJS Creator, developers can quickly scaffold a new Express.js project by running npx expressjs-creator
and selecting from a variety of templates. Whether you prefer TypeScript or JavaScript, this tool provides everything you need to jumpstart your Express.js development, including pre-configured project structures, essential dependencies, and optional features. Say goodbye to manual setup and hello to rapid development with ExpressJS Creator.
Features
- Template Selection: Choose from multiple templates including Basic, EJS, API, and WebSocket.
- TypeScript Support: Option to scaffold projects using TypeScript.
- Easy Setup: Get started with Express.js development quickly and effortlessly.
- Customization: Add optional features and dependencies based on your project requirements.
- Rapid Development: Spend less time setting up and more time coding your application logic.
Templates
ExpressJS Creator provides the following templates:
Vanilla: Vanilla template provides a simple structure to get started with Express. Ideal for those who prefer a lightweight setup or want to build their app from scratch.
Basic: This template is ideal for simple projects where you only need to serve static HTML files with Express. It provides a basic structure to set up an Express server and serve static files like HTML, CSS, images, etc.
EJS: EJS template is designed for projects that need to render dynamic views using Express along with the EJS template engine. With this template, you can create dynamic views using EJS syntax to generate dynamic HTML based on server data.
API: This template is perfect for developing a RESTful API with Express. It provides a basic structure to define and handle HTTP endpoints for CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete) operations on data resources.
WebSocket: The WebSocket template is useful for building real-time applications that require bidirectional communication between the server and the client. It uses Express along with Socket.IO to enable real-time communication via WebSockets.
Usage
To use ExpressJS Creator, simply run the following command:
npx expressjs-creator
Then follow the instructions given in the command prompt.
Contributing
Contributions are welcome! If you have any suggestions, feature requests, or bug reports, please open an issue or submit a pull request on GitHub.