Welcome to NodeBuilder Docs

NodeBuilder is a CLI tool that scaffolds production-ready Node.js backends in seconds — powered by clean, opinionated templates.

It eliminates repetitive setup work by giving you structured, extensible project blueprints for Express-based servers.

Quick Start

Run the CLI directly with npx — no installation required:


npx nodebuilder-xd

Follow the interactive prompts to:

Enter a project name
Choose a template (Basic, REST API, or Socket.IO)
Decide whether to include example CRUD

Once done, NodeBuilder generates a complete backend that’s ready to run.

Included Templates

Template	Description
Basic Express	Minimal Express setup — perfect for learning, prototyping, or microservices.
REST API	Full-featured Express API with CRUD, authentication, validation, and error handling.
Socket.IO	Real-time Express server with integrated Socket.IO for live events and communication.

Why NodeBuilder?

Zero setup — one command, instant scaffold.
Consistent architecture — controllers, services, middleware, and utils preconfigured.
Extendable — add routes, change configs, or swap templates anytime.
Beginner-friendly — start simple, scale as you learn.

Next Steps

Read Getting Started to install and run the CLI.
Explore Built-In Templates to see what’s included.
Learn the Folder Structure to understand the generated projects.

NodeBuilder helps you focus on writing logic, not boilerplate — so you can build faster, cleaner, and more maintainable Node.js backends from day one.