Overview

The Gitterbay Scala.js template offers a streamlined approach to web development in Scala by minimizing boilerplate code and promoting best practices. Its design focuses on separating the API definitions and database schemas from the project, allowing developers to utilize existing tools and making team discussions more effective. With support for generating scaffolding and code for connecting database and API definitions, this template provides a solid foundation for creating robust applications.

This template not only emphasizes ease of use with instructions for setting up but also showcases a thoughtful integration of database modeling and API management through well-known tools like pg-modeler and Swagger. The result is a practical solution for developers looking to enhance their workflow in Scala web development.

Features

Minimal Boilerplate: The template is designed to significantly reduce boilerplate code, allowing developers to focus on building their applications.
Separate Definitions: API and database schema definitions are handled separately, facilitating better team collaboration and clarity in project requirements.
Code Generation: With commands like sbt codegen, the template automatically generates case classes and migrates the database schema, enhancing productivity.
Flexible Swagger Integration: The template supports Swagger code generation, creating type-safe router traits and case classes from configurations, easing API management.
Multiple Database Support: It accommodates multiple databases, generating new databases if they don't already exist, making it suitable for diverse project needs.
Version Control Friendly: Commands like sbt codegen-re allow for easy schema updates while ensuring that development in source control remains seamless.
Typesafe Error Handling: Although limited, the Swagger integration includes type-safe handling of API errors, providing better assurance against discrepancies in API responses.
Future Enhancements: The project is actively evolving with plans for more features, including enhanced security support and better serializer functionalities.

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