backend-dev-guidelines

To structure a Node.js Express TypeScript backend, use a four-layer architecture separating routes, controllers, services, and repositories. This approach ensures clear separation of concerns for maintainable microservices.

Implement error handling in a Node.js microservice by applying robust strategies across all architectural layers. This includes integrating Sentry for tracking errors and ensuring controllers and services properly propagate exceptions.

Set up testing for Node.js Express controllers and services by applying targeted testing strategies to each layer. Validate service business logic and controller routing behavior independently to ensure backend reliability.

Yes, you can use this approach for scalable microservices. The Node.js Express TypeScript guidelines emphasize a maintainable layered architecture, robust error handling, and clear separation of concerns ideal for microservice environments.

Yes, you need a pre-configured Node.js, Express, and TypeScript environment. These backend development guidelines require an existing setup to implement the architectural patterns, routing, and error handling strategies effectively.