Spin up Node.js
Backends instantly.
A CLI tool that generates production-ready Node.js backends - so you can start coding instead of configuring.
From Setup to Shipping
Spend less time configuring your backend and more time building your application.
Lifecycle
Manual Workflow
NeatNode Workflow
Project Setup
Initialize project & install packages
npx neatnode my-appArchitecture
Create folders & project structure
MVC / Modular structure ready
Configuration
Setup env, logger & middleware
Production-ready configuration
Security
Configure Helmet, CORS & validation
Security & validation included
New Resource
Write controller, service, model & route
neatnode g resource userRouting
Register routes manually
Automatic route registration
From zero to a production-ready Express backend in under a minute.
Everything You Need to Build Faster
Scaffold projects, generate resources, and stay productive with production-ready defaults.
Instant Project Setup
Bootstrap production-ready Express projects with batteries included, using a single command.
Resource Generation
Generate controllers, services, routes, validation, models, and automatic route registration with one command.
JavaScript & TypeScript
First-class support for both JavaScript and TypeScript, with language-specific templates and configuration.
MVC & Modular Architecture
Choose between MVC or modular project structures without changing your development workflow.
Config-Driven Development
NeatNode understands your project through configuration, enabling smart code generation and future extensibility.
Production Ready
Built-in validation, security middleware, centralized error handling, logging, and scalable project structure from day one.
Choose your Structure.
Pre-configured templates for every project type. - plug, code, and go.
Basic Template
JavaScriptA clean foundation to kickstart any Node.js project.
- Predefined folder structure
- Built-in environment setup (.env)
- Integrated nodemon + script setup
- Centralized error handling
- Ready for any framework or service
REST API Template
JavaScriptProduction-ready Express REST API starter with MVC and Modular architecture support.
- MVC or Modular architecture options
- Centralized response & error handling
- MongoDB connection with config setup
- Request validation support
- Scalable production-ready structure
Socket Template
JavaScriptReal-time socket server with JavaScript support.
- Pre-configured Socket.io server
- Room & event architecture setup
- Integrated error & disconnect handlers
- REST + Socket hybrid structure supported
- Example chat event included
Get Started in Minutes
Four simple steps from an empty folder to a production-ready backend.
Install
Launch CLI
Choose a Template
Basic, REST API or Socket.IO
Start Building
Your backend is ready to go.
That's it.
NeatNode handles the setup so you can focus on writing business logic.
npx neatnode my-appDocumentation & Setup
Comprehensive guides and references for NeatNode
Start Building Faster
Join developers worldwide who are saving hours on project setup.
npm install -g neatnode