local-development

Set up and run the MU Accounting React app locally with npm.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/captazm/MU-Accounting --skill local-development-captazm
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Skill: local-development
Source: https://github.com/captazm/MU-Accounting/tree/main/.agents/skills/local-development
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/captazm/MU-Accounting --skill local-development-captazm

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This guide helps developers quickly set up and run the MU Accounting React app in a local environment for development and testing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Install & start: Install dependencies with npm install and start the dev server with npm start to begin local development.
  • Local mode fallback: When Firebase is not configured, the app uses mock data from src/data/crewData.js for testing.
  • Workflow coverage: Covers prerequisites, installation, startup, and local testing across typical development tasks.

Quick Start

Launch the development server and verify the app runs at http://localhost:3000.

Frequently Asked Questions about local-development

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

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How do I set up a React app for local development?

To set up a React app for local development, install project dependencies using the npm install command, then execute npm start to launch the development server at http://localhost:3000.

Do I need to configure Firebase to run a local development server?

You do not need to configure Firebase to run a local development server. The app automatically falls back to mock data from the src/data/crewData.js file for local testing when Firebase is not configured.

What are the prerequisites for local React app setup?

The prerequisites for local React app setup are having Node.js and npm installed on your machine. These tools are required to install project dependencies and start the local development server.

What happens when Firebase is not configured during local testing?

When Firebase is not configured during local testing, the application enters Local Mode and automatically falls back to using mock data sourced from the src/data/crewData.js file to streamline development.

How can I test app behavior locally without a live database?

You can test app behavior locally without a live database by running the development server without Firebase configured. This triggers a Local Mode fallback that uses mock data from src/data/crewData.js.