litestar-vite

Integrate Litestar with Vite for SPA development and type generation.

15|4|Updated Jan 20, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/cofin/flow --skill litestar-vite
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Skill: litestar-vite
Source: https://github.com/cofin/flow/tree/main/skills/litestar-vite
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cofin/flow --skill litestar-vite

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the integration of Litestar backends with Vite-powered Single Page Applications (SPAs), automating frontend/backend synchronization and type generation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • SPA Mode Configuration: Set up Litestar for API-only serving with a separate React frontend.
  • Type Generation: Automatically generate TypeScript types, Zod schemas, and API SDKs from OpenAPI specifications.
  • Use Case: Develop a full-stack application where Litestar serves an API and Vite serves a React frontend, ensuring seamless communication and type safety between them.

Quick Start

Configure Litestar's VitePlugin for SPA mode with automatic type generation.

Frequently Asked Questions about litestar-vite

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I integrate a Litestar backend with a Vite SPA frontend?

Generate TypeScript types from Litestar OpenAPI schemas by configuring the VitePlugin for SPA mode. This process automatically produces TypeScript types, Zod schemas, and API SDKs to ensure type safety.

Can I generate Zod schemas and an API client SDK from Litestar OpenAPI specifications?

Yes, you can generate Zod schemas and an API client SDK directly from Litestar OpenAPI specifications. The Vite SPA integration automates this type generation to maintain type safety across your full-stack application.

What is the best way to set up Litestar for API-only serving with a React frontend?

Use Vite SPA mode configuration to set up Litestar for API-only serving alongside a React frontend. This separation ensures the backend serves APIs while Vite handles the frontend SPA.

Does Vite SPA mode work with Litestar for full-stack type generation?

Yes, Vite SPA mode works with Litestar to automate full-stack type generation. The integration configures the Vite plugin to generate TypeScript types and Zod schemas from your OpenAPI specifications.

Why do I need to configure a Vite plugin for Litestar SPA development?

Configure the Vite plugin for Litestar SPA development to automate frontend-backend synchronization and type generation. This ensures seamless API communication and type safety without manual schema updates.