Express Nodemon and Ngrok - The Ultimate `npm run dev`
The Ultimate npm run dev app is a game-changer for developers working with Express.js. Designed to streamline the development process, this starter app simplifies the integration of essential tools such as Nodemon and Ngrok. By leveraging these technologies, developers can focus on building their applications without worrying about manually configuring their environment each time they run their app.
This setup is especially tailored for those who appreciate the efficiency of auto-restarting their application during development and need a reliable way to share their localhost environment with others. With just a few steps, you can have a fully functional development environment up and running, allowing for a smoother coding experience.
Nodemon Integration: Automatically restarts your app whenever file changes are detected, saving you from the hassle of manually restarting.
Ngrok Support: Easily expose your local server to the internet with Ngrok, perfect for testing webhooks or sharing your progress with others.
Configuration for Production: Runs in production mode without the need for development dependencies, ensuring a clean environment for deployed applications.
Easy Setup: Clone the repository and install dependencies in just a few simple steps to get started quickly.
Optional Livereload: Enhance your workflow with automatic browser refreshes, allowing for real-time updates while you work on views.
Nodemon Lifecycle Events: Utilize Nodemon events to automate API integration updates with your Ngrok address when your app goes live in development mode.
Express.js is a simple Node.js framework for single, multi-page, and hybrid web applications.