better-auth-best-practices

Implement Better Auth authentication in TypeScript with ORM adapters.

Updated Feb 24, 2025
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npx skills add https://github.com/JulioFlors/orchidium-project --skill better-auth-best-practices-julioflors
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Skill: better-auth-best-practices
Source: https://github.com/JulioFlors/orchidium-project/tree/main/.agent/skills/better-auth-best-practices
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/JulioFlors/orchidium-project --skill better-auth-best-practices-julioflors

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps teams implement robust authentication using Better Auth, reducing boilerplate and ensuring consistent security practices across TypeScript projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Plug-and-play adapters for common ORMs and servers.
  • Plugin-based extensions for social providers, two-factor, and passwordless flows.
  • Use Case: Seamlessly secure user authentication in existing apps with minimal client changes.

Quick Start

Install the Better Auth CLI, migrate the schema, generate adapters, and integrate the client into your application.

Frequently Asked Questions about better-auth-best-practices

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I set up authentication in TypeScript without writing boilerplate security code?

You can implement TypeScript authentication by using Better Auth adapters for ORMs like Drizzle or Prisma, migrating schemas via CLI, and integrating the client to reduce boilerplate and ensure consistent security practices.

What is the best way to add OAuth and passkeys to an existing TypeScript app?

The best way to add OAuth and passkeys is using Better Auth's plugin-based extensions, which provide ready-to-use flows for social providers, passkeys, magic links, and two-factor authentication with minimal client changes.

Does Better Auth work with Prisma and MongoDB for session management?

Yes, Better Auth works with Prisma, MongoDB, and Drizzle through plug-and-play adapters, allowing you to handle session management and secure user authentication across your server and client code.

How do I migrate database schemas when integrating Better Auth?

To migrate database schemas for Better Auth, install the Better Auth CLI, run the migration commands to update your ORM schema, and generate the required adapters before integrating the client into your application.

Can I use passwordless authentication flows like magic links with Better Auth?

Yes, you can use passwordless authentication flows like magic links by leveraging Better Auth's plugin-based extensions, which support social providers, passkeys, and two-factor authentication out of the box.

Why should I use Better Auth instead of building custom authentication logic in TypeScript?

You should use Better Auth to solve the overhead of building secure, scalable authentication in TypeScript, providing a ready-to-use framework that ensures consistent security practices without custom boilerplate.