Basic Template

The Basic Template is a clean, minimal Node.js starter built for simplicity.
It’s ideal for developers who want a working Express server without any unnecessary setup.

Overview

This template gives you a fully functional backend in seconds.
It’s perfect for:

Beginners learning Express or backend fundamentals
Building quick prototypes and proof-of-concepts
Lightweight microservices that don’t need complex layers

You get a single-entry server.js file, a configured Express app, and essential middleware prewired.
No databases, no auth, no clutter — just a clean foundation to start coding.

Folder Structure



<project-root>/
├─ package.json
├─ server.js
└─ src/
├─ app.js
├─ routes/
│  └─ todo.route.js
├─ controllers/
│  └─ todo.controller.js
├─ models/
│  └─ todo.model.js
└─ utils/
└─ responseHandler.js

Features

Preconfigured Express server
Built-in CORS and JSON body parsing
Logging via Morgan
Simple CRUD example (Todo)
Clean and extendable structure

You can remove the example CRUD automatically by selecting “No” when the CLI asks to include CRUD routes.
This keeps the generated project minimal and focused.

When to Use

Use the Basic Template when you want to:

Understand Express routing and middleware flow
Start small and scale later
Create demos, test APIs, or internal tools
Experiment with new libraries or API concepts

It’s intentionally simple — no authentication, no databases, and no heavy dependencies.
You’re in full control of how to expand it.

Customization Ideas

Add your own routes under src/routes/
Introduce a config/ folder for environment-based settings
Replace the todo example with your own modules
Integrate a lightweight database like SQLite or MongoDB later

Summary

The Basic Template helps you:

Learn the backend fundamentals by seeing everything in one place
Prototype new ideas quickly without setup overhead
Transition smoothly into the REST API or Socket.IO templates once your project grows

It’s the perfect starting point for beginners — simple enough to understand, flexible enough to expand. Get started with the Basic Template and build your first Express server today!