Express Server Starter Overview

This Express server starter is meticulously crafted to offer a robust foundation for developing web applications, incorporating several key integrations and features right from the start. It is equipped with rate limiting to safeguard against abuse, Firestore for seamless database interactions, and well-structured interfaces and services for organized code management. Moreover, it facilitates Solana wallet authentication, rendering it perfect for applications that engage with the Solana blockchain. The setup is primed for deployment to Google Cloud Run, ensuring effortless scaling and management.

Key Features

• Express Framework: Leverages Express for managing HTTP requests, providing a lightweight and flexible server solution.
• Rate Limiting: Comes integrated with rate limiting to prevent abuse and guarantee fair usage of resources.
• Firestore Integration: Seamlessly works with Firestore, offering a scalable NoSQL database solution.
• Solana Wallet Authentication: Enables authentication using Solana wallets, making it ideal for blockchain-based applications.
• Cloud Run Deployment: Pre-configured for deployment to Google Cloud Run for simplified scaling and maintenance.

Getting Started

To kickstart your journey with this server starter, you'll need to configure your environment:

1. Environment Variables: Initiate by creating a .env file at the root of your project with the following structure:

   NODE_ENV=development
   ENVIRONMENT=development
   
   PROJECT_ID="your-project-id"
   CLIENT_EMAIL="your-firebase-adminsdk-email"
   FIREBASE_PRIVATE_KEY="your-firebase-private-key"
   

   Ensure to replace the placeholders with your actual project ID, client email, and Firebase private key.

2. Configuration Adjustments: Dive into the configurations within the src/configs/config.ts file and tweak them as needed to align with your project's specifications.

3. Cloud Build Configuration: If your deployment target is Google Cloud Run, modify the cloudbuild.yaml file to suit your deployment process. This file dictates how your application is built and deployed to Cloud Run.

Deployment

Once your environment is set up and any necessary adjustments are made, your application is ready for deployment to Google Cloud Run. Make sure you have the Google Cloud CLI set up and your project configured accordingly. Refer to the Google Cloud Run documentation for comprehensive deployment guidelines.

This server starter is designed to streamline the initial setup phase and lay down a scalable foundation for your web applications. By adhering to the steps mentioned above, you can swiftly get your application operational, poised for further development and deployment.