Introduction
Are you looking to kickstart your Node.js project with a robust and scalable foundation? Look no further! In this article, we'll guide you through setting up a simple Node.js startup project using the Express framework for the server and MongoDB as the database. This project comes pre-configured with essential features to help you get started quickly.
Prerequisites
Before we dive in, make sure you have the following installed on your machine: Node.js and npm (Node Package Manager)
Getting Started
Step 1: Clone the Repository
Start by cloning the repository to your local machine.
git clone https://github.com/anishjoshi1999/nodejs-startup-file.git
Step 2: Navigate to the Project Directory
Move into the project directory:
cd nodejs-startup-file
Step 3: Install Dependencies
Install the project dependencies using npm:
npm install
Configuration
Step 4: Set Environment Variables
Create a .env file in the project root and add your environment variables:
PORT=3000
MONGODB_URI=your_mongodb_connection_uri
Usage
Step 5: Start the Application
To run the application in development mode with nodemon, use:
npm run dev
To start the application in production mode, run:
npm start
Visit http://localhost:3000 in your browser to see the welcome message.
Database Connection
Step 6: Configure MongoDB Connection
The project uses Mongoose to connect to MongoDB. Update the MONGODB_URI in the .env file with your MongoDB connection URI.
Customization
Feel free to customize and expand upon this project based on your specific requirements. Add new routes, controllers, or middleware to suit the needs of your application.
Conclusion
Congratulations! You've successfully set up a Node.js startup project with Express and MongoDB. This project provides a solid foundation for building scalable and maintainable web applications. As you continue to develop your application, refer to the documentation for each dependency for more advanced features and best practices.
Happy coding!