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The NestJS Boilerplate: A Modular and Efficient Starting Point for Node.js Projects

Introducing the NestJS boilerplate, a comprehensive and modular starting point for your next Node.js project! Already in use by small startups and teams, this boilerplate is built with the latest version of NestJS, a powerful and flexible framework for building efficient and scalable server-side applications. It includes support for TypeScript, PostgreSQL, and JWT authentication out of the box.

But that's not all - the NestJS boilerplate also comes with additional features like configuration support with Dotenv, RBAC and CBAC for authorization, and TypeORM for database interactions. Plus, it includes pre-configured linting tools and secure HTTP headers with Helmet, as well as API documentation with Swagger and container orchestration with Docker Compose. Simply clone the repository from GitHub and start building your next great idea today!

With the NestJS boilerplate, you'll be able to hit the ground running on your next Node.js project. No more spending hours setting up the basic structure and dependencies - the NestJS boilerplate has you covered. And with support for TypeScript, PostgreSQL, and JWT authentication, you'll be able to build a robust and secure application from the start, just like the small startups and teams that are already using it.

Ready to get started? Head over to the NestJS boilerplate on GitHub at https://github.com/joeygoksu/prime-nestjs and clone the repository today!

Installation (Development)

$ npm install
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Running the app

# development
$ npm run start

# watch mode
$ npm run start:dev

# production mode
$ npm run start:prod
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Test

# unit tests
$ npm run test

# e2e tests
$ npm run test:e2e

# test coverage
$ npm run test:cov
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You'll be able to start building your next great idea in no time. Don't waste any more time on tedious setup - use the NestJS boilerplate to streamline your development and focus on what really matters.

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