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Last Updated: 2/12/2026

Getting Started

Welcome! This guide will help you get up and running quickly. Follow these steps to install, configure, and start using the application.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you have the following installed on your system:

  • Node.js (version 16.x or higher)
  • npm or yarn package manager
  • Git for version control
  • A modern web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge)

Installation

Step 1: Clone the Repository

First, clone the project repository to your local machine:

git clone https://github.com/example/project.git
cd project

Step 2: Install Dependencies

Install all required dependencies using npm or yarn:

# Using npm
npm install
 
# Or using yarn
yarn install

Step 3: Configure Environment Variables

Copy the example environment file and update it with your settings:

cp .env.example .env

Edit the .env file and configure the following variables:

APP_NAME=MyApp
APP_PORT=3000
DATABASE_URL=postgresql://user:password@localhost:5432/mydb
API_KEY=your_api_key_here

Running the Application

Development Mode

To run the application in development mode with hot-reloading:

npm run dev

The application will start at http://localhost:3000

Production Mode

To build and run the application in production mode:

# Build the application
npm run build
 
# Start the production server
npm start

Verifying Your Installation

Once the application is running, verify everything is working correctly:

  1. Open your browser and navigate to http://localhost:3000
  2. You should see the welcome page
  3. Check the console for any error messages
  4. Try creating a test account or accessing the dashboard

Next Steps

Now that you have the application running, here are some recommended next steps:

  • Explore the Documentation - Learn about advanced features and configuration options
  • Configure Authentication - Set up user authentication and authorization
  • Connect Your Database - Configure and migrate your database schema
  • Customize Settings - Adjust application settings to fit your needs
  • Deploy to Production - Follow our deployment guide for hosting options

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Port Already in Use

Error: listen EADDRINUSE: address already in use :::3000

Solution: Change the APP_PORT in your .env file or stop the process using port 3000.

Database Connection Failed

Error: Connection refused to database

Solution: Verify your DATABASE_URL is correct and the database server is running.

Missing Dependencies

Error: Cannot find module 'express'

Solution: Delete node_modules and reinstall dependencies:

rm -rf node_modules
npm install

Getting Help

If you encounter any issues or have questions:

Happy coding! 🚀

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