Expressify-CLI 🚀

Expressify-CLI is a command-line tool designed to generate a production-grade scaffold for Express applications in a single command. This tool streamlines the setup process for developing Express applications with JavaScript/TypeScript, making it faster and more efficient.

Inspiration 💡

Setting up a new Express project can often feel like reinventing the wheel. Developers frequently encounter the challenge of integrating a myriad of components such as TypeScript configurations, testing frameworks, linters, Docker configurations, and more. This not only consumes valuable time but also poses a risk of inconsistency and configuration errors.

How Expressify-CLI Solves the Problem 🛠️

Expressify-CLI tackles these challenges head-on by automating the creation of a comprehensive and robust scaffold for Express applications. With just one command, developers can now generate a project structure that includes:

• TypeScript (TS) configuration for robust typing. 📐
• Test configurations for reliable code testing. ✅
• Linters for maintaining code quality and consistency. 🔍
• Docker files for easy containerization. 🐳
• Logger setup for effective logging and monitoring. 📝
• Graceful shutdowns for better resource management. 🧘
• Error handling middleware for improved error management. 🚫
• Optional authentication module with JWT for secure access. 🔒
• Pre-configured Git setup with README, license file, and other production-level settings. 📄

Run Locally (Development) 🚀

Running Expressify-CLI locally is straightforward with the help of the provided Makefile. Follow these steps to set up and run the project in a development environment:

Prerequisites:

Ensure that Go is installed on your system. Verify this with go version. Familiarity with basic make commands can be helpful.

Notes: The Makefile simplifies common tasks but can be modified if your workflow requires it. Additional configuration or steps might be necessary depending on the specific setup of your project.

Clone the Repository

Start with cloning the repository to your local machine using Git:

git clone https://github.com/codersgyan/expressify.git
cd expressify

Using the Makefile

The Makefile includes commands to simplify the build and test process. Here's how you can use it:

Build the Project:

Compiles the project and creates an executable.

make build

Run the Tool:

Executes the compiled binary.

make run

Run Tests:

Runs the automated tests.

make test

Clean Up:

Removes the generated binary and any other temporary files.

make clean

Open Source Contribution 🤝

Expressify-CLI is an open source project, and contributions are greatly appreciated! If you have ideas for improvements or have found a bug, feel free to open an issue. We also warmly welcome pull requests. Let's build a stronger tool together! 🌍🛠️