convex-core

To define a Convex schema with strict TypeScript validators, use `defineSchema` and `defineTable` in `convex/schema.ts` alongside `v.*` validators to model data with automatic system fields and typed IDs.

Create type-safe Convex queries and mutations by defining precise `args` and `returns` validators using `v.*` primitives, ensuring secure logic and reliable validation-driven development for your functions.

Optimize Convex database reads by creating and tuning table indexes, utilizing the `withIndex` query method to ensure predictable performance and scalable data access patterns.

Yes, you can build Convex actions with typed arguments and returns by applying precise `v.*` validators to your function definitions, ensuring type-safe and secure logic execution.

No, you do not need to manually add system fields when defining Convex tables; using `defineTable` with `v.*` validators automatically includes system fields while modeling your data schema.

Pagination works with indexed Convex queries by combining tuned indexes with query cursor logic, allowing you to manage large datasets efficiently and maintain predictable read performance.