Overview

The Express Boilerplate is a robust, production-ready framework designed to simplify the development of web applications using Express.js, TypeScript, Prisma, and PostgreSQL. This boilerplate is perfect for developers looking to kickstart their projects with a comprehensive setup that ensures security and performance. With built-in features for monitoring, logging, and testing, it's tailored for modern web development needs.

By leveraging a range of core technologies and utilities, this boilerplate not only accelerates development but also enhances the overall quality of applications. Its extensive feature set makes it an excellent choice for full-stack developers who want a structured foundation while maintaining the flexibility to expand their applications.

Features

Express.js: A fast and unopinionated web framework that allows for minimalist and efficient application development.
TypeScript: Adds strong typing to JavaScript, facilitating improved code quality and reducing runtime errors.
Prisma: A next-generation ORM that simplifies database interaction with TypeScript support, enhancing productivity.
PostgreSQL: An advanced open-source relational database that ensures reliable data management.
Helmet: Secures Express applications by setting various HTTP headers to protect against common vulnerabilities.
CORS: Enables Cross-Origin Resource Sharing, allowing secure requests from different origins.
Morgan & Winston: Provides HTTP request logging and multi-transport logging support respectively, essential for debugging and maintenance.
Jest & ESLint: The boilerplate includes Jest for testing and ESLint for linting, promoting code quality through reliable testing and error prevention.

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The Express Boilerplate