coder-convex-setup

Automate one-time Convex deployment setup in a Coder workspace with Docker orchestration.

1|Updated Jan 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jovermier/claude-code-plugins-ip-labs --skill coder-convex-setup
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Skill: coder-convex-setup
Source: https://github.com/jovermier/claude-code-plugins-ip-labs/tree/main/plugins/convex/skills/coder-convex-setup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jovermier/claude-code-plugins-ip-labs --skill coder-convex-setup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires openssl, docker, node, npx, curl, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a one-time, repeatable setup to deploy a self-hosted Convex backend in a Coder workspace. It covers Docker orchestration, auth wiring with @convex-dev/auth, environment generation, and deployment readiness for local development and testing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • One-time bootstrap: Creates the full Convex backend with Postgres, site proxy, and admin key generation.
  • Automated configuration: Sets up environment variables, Docker Compose, and entrypoint scripts to enable immediate development workflows.
  • Use Case: A developer in a new Coder workspace runs this skill to bootstrap a production-like Convex environment for feature development and testing.

Quick Start

Run the provided setup scripts to initialize the Convex deployment, start Docker services, and verify the system health.

Frequently Asked Questions about coder-convex-setup

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

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How do I set up a self-hosted Convex deployment inside a Coder workspace?

You can set up a self-hosted Convex deployment by running scripts that automate Docker orchestration, Postgres provisioning, site proxy configuration, and admin key generation within the Coder workspace.

What is included in the one-time bootstrap for a self-hosted Convex backend?

The one-time bootstrap includes deploying a full Convex backend with Postgres and a site proxy, generating admin keys, and setting up environment variables for immediate development workflows.

Do I need Docker and Node installed to run the Convex setup scripts?

Yes, you need Docker, Node, npx, curl, and openssl installed, as these dependencies are required for Docker orchestration, environment generation, and authentication wiring during the setup process.

Can I automate Convex auth wiring with @convex-dev/auth in a Coder workspace?

Yes, automating Convex auth wiring with @convex-dev/auth is supported, as the setup scripts handle the environment initialization and authentication configuration needed to enable immediate development workflows.

Is there a way to verify system health after deploying Convex with Docker Compose?

Yes, after running the setup scripts to initialize the Convex deployment and start Docker services, the process includes verifying system health to ensure deployment readiness for local development.