NestJS OpenAPI

Automate NestJS API documentation generation with Swagger and OpenAPI standards.

Updated Jan 22, 2026

Search Tags:#typescript #documentation #api #openapi #swagger #nestjs

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Skill: NestJS OpenAPI
Source: https://github.com/ngxtm/skill-rule/tree/main/rules/nestjs/documentation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ngxtm/skill-rule --skill nestjs-openapi

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of generating and maintaining API documentation for NestJS applications, ensuring consistency and reducing manual effort.

Core Features & Use Cases

Swagger/OpenAPI Generation: Automates the creation of OpenAPI specifications using @nestjs/swagger.
DTO and Response Documentation: Enforces documentation for data transfer objects and API responses.
Use Case: Integrate this Skill into your NestJS project to automatically generate interactive API documentation that developers can use to understand and interact with your backend services.

Quick Start

Configure the NestJS CLI plugin for Swagger to automate OpenAPI generation.

Frequently Asked Questions about NestJS OpenAPI

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

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How do I automate NestJS API documentation generation?▼

To automate NestJS API documentation, configure the NestJS CLI plugin for Swagger to automatically generate OpenAPI specifications. This enforces documentation for DTOs, response types, and controller endpoint tagging, reducing manual effort and ensuring consistency across your backend services.

What is the best way to document NestJS DTOs and response types?▼

The best way to document NestJS DTOs and response types is by using the `@nestjs/swagger` package. This Skill enforces documentation generation for data transfer objects and API responses, ensuring your OpenAPI specifications accurately reflect your backend data structures.

Does this NestJS Swagger generation approach handle file uploads and polymorphism?▼

Yes, this NestJS Swagger generation approach handles advanced patterns like polymorphism and file uploads. It automates the creation of OpenAPI specifications for these complex use cases, alongside standard controller endpoint tagging and DTO documentation.

Can I integrate Compodoc with NestJS OpenAPI for module graph documentation?▼

Yes, you can integrate Compodoc with NestJS OpenAPI for module graph documentation. This Skill supports Compodoc integration to provide a comprehensive view of your application's architecture alongside the automated Swagger API endpoint documentation.

Do I need any dependencies to automate Swagger OpenAPI generation for NestJS?▼

You need the `@nestjs/swagger` package to automate OpenAPI generation for NestJS. The Skill itself has no external dependencies, focusing on configuring the NestJS CLI plugin to automatically generate interactive API documentation from your code.