better-auth-best-practices

Configure Better Auth server and client for TypeScript projects.

Updated Apr 23, 2026
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SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Configure Better Auth server and client, set up database adapters, manage sessions, add plugins, and handle environment variables. Use when users mention Better Auth, betterauth, auth.ts, or need to set up TypeScript authentication with email/password, OAuth, or plugin configuration.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Setup and configuration of server and client for Better Auth in TypeScript projects.
  • Manage adapters, sessions, and plugins across environments.
  • Quick-start example and CLI-based migrations for schema initialization.

Quick Start

Create an auth.ts with database configuration and run migrations to initialize the system.

Frequently Asked Questions about better-auth-best-practices

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I configure Better Auth for a TypeScript application?

To configure Better Auth for TypeScript, create an auth.ts file with your database configuration, run CLI migrations to initialize the schema, and apply the setup across server and client layers.

Can I manage OAuth and email/password authentication together using Better Auth?

Yes, Better Auth supports configuring both email/password and OAuth authentication. You can manage these authentication methods alongside database adapters, sessions, and plugins within your TypeScript project.

What's the best way to handle environment variables when setting up TypeScript authentication?

Handling environment variables for TypeScript authentication requires managing configurations across different environments. Better Auth allows you to securely manage these variables during server and client setup.

How do I add and manage plugins in Better Auth?

You add and manage Better Auth plugins through the code-based configuration in your auth.ts file. This plugin extensibility allows you to manage adapters, sessions, and additional features across environments.

Does Better Auth require running CLI migrations for database schema initialization?

Yes, Better Auth uses CLI-based migrations to initialize the database schema. After creating your auth.ts file with the database configuration, running these migrations sets up the required tables.

Why use a code-based configuration for TypeScript authentication instead of other methods?

Using a code-based configuration via auth.ts for TypeScript authentication provides type safety and direct plugin extensibility. It allows you to seamlessly manage adapters, sessions, and environment variables.