convex-quickstart

Initialize and integrate the Convex backend into frontend applications.

Updated May 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/DominikKoniarz/vendo --skill convex-quickstart-dominikkoniarz
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Skill: convex-quickstart
Source: https://github.com/DominikKoniarz/vendo/tree/main/packages/backend/.agents/skills/convex-quickstart
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DominikKoniarz/vendo --skill convex-quickstart-dominikkoniarz

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This skill eliminates the manual configuration overhead required to set up a Convex backend, ensuring your project is wired correctly with the necessary environment variables and provider wrappers from the start.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Scaffolding: Quickly generate new projects using official templates like React, Next.js, or bare backends.
  • Seamless Integration: Effortlessly add Convex to existing frontend applications by installing dependencies and configuring the required providers.
  • Use Case: If you are starting a new Next.js project and need a real-time database, use this skill to scaffold the entire stack with authentication and database schemas pre-configured.

Quick Start

Use the convex-quickstart skill to set up a new Convex project with the nextjs-shadcn template in the current directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about convex-quickstart

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

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How do I integrate a Convex backend into an existing React or Next.js application?

You add a Convex backend to an existing application by installing the convex npm package, configuring environment variables, and wrapping your application with the required Convex providers for deployment synchronization.

What is the fastest way to scaffold a fullstack app with a Convex backend?

The fastest way to scaffold a fullstack Convex app is using official templates to generate a new project with your preferred frontend framework, authentication, and database schemas pre-configured.

Can I use Convex with Svelte or do I need a specific frontend framework?

Yes, Convex supports Svelte alongside React and Next.js, allowing you to manually integrate the backend platform into existing applications by installing dependencies and configuring the required providers.

Does scaffolding a Convex backend require manual environment variable configuration?

Scaffolding eliminates manual configuration overhead by automatically wiring your project with the necessary environment variables and provider wrappers from the start for proper deployment synchronization.

What do I need to set up before adding Convex to my frontend project?

Before adding Convex, you need the convex npm package installed and environment variable configuration ready, which establishes deployment synchronization between your frontend application and the backend platform.