hono

Develop web APIs with Hono across Node.js, Bun, and Cloudflare Workers.

Updated Aug 23, 2026

Search Tags:#typescript #api development #cloudflare workers #node.js #bun #hono #web framework

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npx skills add https://github.com/toddbadams/SBFoundation --skill hono-toddbadams

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Skill: hono
Source: https://github.com/toddbadams/SBFoundation/tree/main/.claude/skills/languages/hono
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/toddbadams/SBFoundation --skill hono-toddbadams

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires zod, @hono/zod-validator, @hono/node-server, hono, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the need for building efficient, high-performance web APIs and server-side applications that can run across various JavaScript runtimes like Node.js, Bun, and Cloudflare Workers with a consistent API.

Core Features & Use Cases

Multi-Runtime Support: Write once, run anywhere (Node.js, Bun, Deno, Cloudflare Workers).
Routing & Middleware: Define routes, handle HTTP methods, and implement custom or built-in middleware (logging, CORS, validation).
Validation: Integrate with Zod for robust request validation.
Use Case: Develop a backend API for a web application that needs to be deployed on Cloudflare Workers for edge computing benefits, but also supports local development using Node.js or Bun.

Quick Start

Use the hono skill to create a basic 'Hello Hono!' API server that runs on Node.js.

Frequently Asked Questions about hono

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

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How do I build a web API that runs on both Node.js and Cloudflare Workers?▼

Build web APIs with the Hono framework to support multiple JavaScript runtimes including Node.js, Bun, and Cloudflare Workers. It provides a consistent API for developing high-performance backend services that can be deployed across edge environments.

Can I use Zod for request validation in a Hono backend application?▼

Yes, Hono integrates with Zod for robust request validation. By using the Zod validator middleware, you can validate incoming HTTP requests to ensure data integrity before processing routes in your server-side application.

What's the best way to handle CORS and routing for a TypeScript API?▼

Handle CORS and routing for a TypeScript API using the Hono web framework. It facilitates efficient route definitions, HTTP method handling, and built-in middleware for CORS, enabling fast and structured backend service development.

Does Hono support Bun as a JavaScript runtime for server-side applications?▼

Yes, Hono supports Bun as a JavaScript runtime. It is designed for multi-runtime compatibility, allowing you to write your API once and execute server-side applications on Node.js, Bun, Deno, or Cloudflare Workers.

How to set up a basic Hello World API server using Hono and Node.js?▼

Set up a basic API server using Hono with the Node.js adapter to return a simple response. You define a route, attach the Hono application to the Node.js server, and run it locally for development and testing.