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run-server

Start a local development server with npm run dev and log to /tmp/server.log.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
Search Tags:#development#npm#logging#server#nodejs#process-management
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/flesler/dotfiles --skill run-server
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: run-server
Source: https://github.com/flesler/dotfiles/tree/main/home/.cursor/skills/run-server
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/flesler/dotfiles --skill run-server

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Starting and maintaining a local development server can be error-prone and fragmented. This Skill provides a repeatable, labeled workflow to start the server, optionally terminate any existing instance to avoid port conflicts, and surface logs for debugging.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Start the server with npm run dev and stream logs to /tmp/server.log for quick debugging.
  • Optionally kill a running server to ensure clean startup and avoid port conflicts.
  • Use during development, testing, and quick demos where a running backend is required.

Quick Start

Start the development server with npm run dev and monitor /tmp/server.log.

Frequently Asked Questions about run-server

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I start a local development server with Node.js?▼

To start a local development server, use this Skill to run the command npm run dev, which initiates the server process and streams logs to /tmp/server.log for immediate debugging access.

How can I avoid port conflicts when starting my Node.js dev server?▼

To avoid port conflicts, this Skill optionally kills any existing running server instance before executing npm run dev, ensuring a clean startup without overlapping processes on the same port.

What is the best way to capture and view logs from my npm dev server?▼

Capturing logs from an npm dev server is handled by automatically streaming the server output to /tmp/server.log, allowing you to easily surface and monitor the logs for quick debugging.

Can I use this to manage a development server for quick demos and testing?▼

Yes, you can use this Skill to manage a development server for testing and quick demos, providing a consistent startup workflow that runs the server and surfaces logs for any required backend process.

Why does my development server startup fail when a previous instance is still running?▼

Development server startup failures often occur because a previous instance is still running and occupying the port; this Skill solves the issue by optionally terminating the existing process before restarting npm run dev.

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