🚀 create-node-spark

The fastest way to scaffold production-ready Node.js backends

Zero configuration • TypeScript ready • Multiple databases • Developer-friendly • Get from idea to coding in under 30 seconds

✨ Why Choose create-node-spark?

Built specifically for Node.js backend development with modern best practices. Trusted by developers worldwide for rapid prototyping and production-ready applications.

Lightning Fast

Get from idea to coding in under 30 seconds. No more hours spent on project setup and configuration.

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Backend Focused

Built specifically for Node.js backend development with REST API best practices out of the box.

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Highly Configurable

Choose your stack: TypeScript/JavaScript, npm/pnpm, MongoDB/MySQL/PostgreSQL, and more.

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Lightweight

Minimal dependencies keep your projects fast and maintainable. Only essential tools included.

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Production Ready

Professional folder structure and configurations from day one. No refactoring needed.

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Future Proof

Regular updates and new features based on community feedback and modern standards.

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Database Ready

MongoDB with Mongoose, MySQL with Knex.js, and PostgreSQL with Prisma support.

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Smart Structure

Organized folder structure with controllers, models, routes, middleware, and services separation.

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Developer Tools

Optional ESLint, Prettier, file upload with Multer, and environment variable setup.

0 Seconds to Setup
0 Database Options
0 Languages Supported
0 % Open Source

🛣️ Development Roadmap

See what's completed, in progress, and planned for the future

Phase 1 - COMPLETED

✅ JavaScript & TypeScript Support
✅ npm & pnpm Package Managers
✅ Express.js Framework
✅ MongoDB & MySQL Integration
✅ ESLint & Prettier Setup
✅ Multer File Upload
✅ ESM Module Support
✅ Environment Configuration

Phase 2 - IN PROGRESS

🔄 PostgreSQL + Prisma Integration
🔄 Fastify Framework Support
🔄 Enhanced Project Customization
🔄 Template System
🔄 Automated Testing Setup

Phase 3 - PLANNED

📋 GraphQL API Support
🐳 Docker Integration
🔄 CI/CD Templates
🔌 Plugin System
🏗️ Industry Templates

📦 Installation Methods

Choose the installation method that works best for you

📱 NPX (Recommended)

npx create-node-spark@latest

✅ Always uses the latest version
✅ No global installation required
✅ Perfect for one-time usage

🌍 Global Installation

npm install -g create-node-spark
create-node-spark

✅ Available from anywhere
✅ Faster subsequent usage
✅ Ideal for frequent use

🔧 Development Setup

git clone https://github.com/talhabilal-dev/create-node-spark.git
cd create-node-spark
npm install && npm link

✅ Full source code access
✅ Contributing ready
✅ Latest development features

🎯 Perfect For

create-node-spark is ideal for various development scenarios and team sizes

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Rapid Prototyping

Build MVP backends quickly without spending hours on setup. Perfect for hackathons and proof-of-concepts.

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Solo Developers

Get industry-standard project structure without the complexity. Focus on features, not configuration.

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Enterprise Teams

Ensure consistent project structure across teams. Onboard new developers faster with familiar patterns.

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Learning Projects

Start with production-ready code structure. Learn best practices from day one with real-world examples.

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API-First Development

REST API ready setup with proper routing, middleware, and database integration from the start.

Microservices

Create multiple services quickly with consistent structure. Perfect for microservice architectures.