Node Express Starter

Node Express Starter

Deploy a Node Express development starter on Moltern for REST APIs, webhooks, microservices, and internal HTTP services.

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What Is Node Express Starter?

Node Express Starter creates a runnable Node.js and Express workspace. The generated service opens through a Moltern URL and stores project files on the starter workspace.

Use it to prototype an Express service before moving the code into a Git-backed application.

Terminal

Open the service, wait for Running, then use the Terminal tab for short development commands.

Useful checks:

  • cd /workspace/app
  • node --version
  • npm list express

Avoid starting a second server on the same port as the running starter.

Private Connections

Connect private databases, caches, or APIs from service settings. After connecting, open a new terminal session or restart the app process so new variables are available.

Production Path

When the prototype is ready, commit the project to Git and deploy it as a Moltern application.

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