convex-quickstart

Design, deploy, and seed a Convex backend with schema, authentication, and CRUD operations.

Updated Aug 23, 2026

Search Tags:#typescript #authentication #react #backend #schema #crud #convex

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SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Convex Quickstart removes the boilerplate and setup time required to bootstrap a production-ready Convex backend, including schema definition, authentication integration, and initial CRUD operations.

Core Features & Use Cases

Define and index a robust schema using Convex tools (defineSchema, defineTable) to model your data and enable efficient queries.
Integrate authentication (e.g., WorkOS AuthKit) to secure user sessions and personalize data access across React or Next.js apps.
Scaffold common CRUD operations and a starter data model so you can start building features immediately, whether you’re starting fresh or adding Convex to an existing project.

Quick Start

Run Convex dev to initialize the project, then define your schema, configure authentication, and implement your first CRUD operations.

Frequently Asked Questions about convex-quickstart

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I set up a Convex backend with schema and authentication in React?▼

You can bootstrap a Convex backend by installing the convex package, running convex dev to initialize, creating a convex/schema.ts file, integrating an auth provider like WorkOS, and implementing basic CRUD mutations and queries.

What is the fastest way to define a schema and CRUD operations in Convex?▼

Using defineSchema and defineTable tools to model your data enables efficient queries in Convex. You then scaffold initial CRUD mutations and queries to establish starter data access patterns immediately.

Can I add a Convex backend to an existing Next.js app?▼

Yes, you can add Convex to an existing React or Next.js app. You initialize the project, define your database schema, and set up authentication to secure user sessions and personalize data access.

How does authentication integration work with a Convex backend?▼

Authentication integration in Convex works by connecting an auth provider like WorkOS AuthKit to secure user sessions and personalize data access across your React or Next.js frontend application.

Do I need WorkOS to handle user authentication in my Convex schema?▼

No, WorkOS is provided as an example auth provider. You can configure alternative authentication providers to secure user sessions and personalize data access within your Convex backend setup.

Why define tables and indexes when bootstrapping a Convex backend?▼

Defining tables and indexes when bootstrapping a Convex backend models your data accurately and enables efficient queries. This schema creation step is required before implementing initial CRUD operations.