nodejs-best-practices

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps teams decide the best Node.js practices and architectures for their project.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Framework selection guidance: A decision-tree-driven approach covering Hono, Fastify, Express, NestJS, and Next.js API routes to match deployment and team familiarity.
• Runtime & architecture guidance: Node.js 22+ native TS, ES modules vs CommonJS, and layered architecture for testability and scalability.
• Quality principles: Centralized error handling, async patterns, input validation, security best practices, and testing strategies.
• Use Case: When starting a new API service, apply the skill to pick the right framework, runtime, and architecture, then enforce standards from day one.

Quick Start

Start by clarifying the project context (target runtime, deployment environment, and team experience), then apply the decision checklist to pick a framework and architecture and establish baseline quality practices.