https://github.com/iamnishant51/backend-folder-str-generator--vs-code-extension-

Generates folder str for backend folders and files with the boilerplate code for express and mongodb connection
https://github.com/iamnishant51/backend-folder-str-generator--vs-code-extension-

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Generates folder str for backend folders and files with the boilerplate code for express and mongodb connection

• Host: GitHub
• URL: https://github.com/iamnishant51/backend-folder-str-generator--vs-code-extension-
• Owner: IamNishant51
• License: isc
• Created: 2025-08-02T15:23:26.000Z (11 months ago)
• Default Branch: main
• Last Pushed: 2025-08-30T05:00:55.000Z (10 months ago)
• Last Synced: 2025-08-30T06:20:43.818Z (10 months ago)
• Topics: backend, extension, vscode-extension
• Language: TypeScript
• Homepage:
• Size: 8.85 MB
• Stars: 1
• Watchers: 0
• Forks: 0
• Open Issues: 0
• Metadata Files:
  • Readme: README.md
  • Changelog: CHANGELOG.md
  • License: LICENSE

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# ExpressJet: Express & MongoDB Boilerplate Generator 

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A VS Code extension that automatically generates a standardized folder structure for backend projects with Express.js and MongoDB, including boilerplate code setup.

## Features ⚡

- **Automated Structure Generation**: Creates a complete backend project structure with a single command

- **Express.js Setup**: Includes pre-configured Express.js boilerplate code

- **MongoDB Integration**: Built-in MongoDB connection setup

- **Best Practices**: Follows industry-standard project organization

- **Time-Saving**: Eliminates manual folder creation and basic code setup

## Project Structure 📁

## Installation 📥

1. Open Visual Studio Code

2. Navigate to Extensions (Ctrl+Shift+X)

3. Search for "Backend Folder Structure Generator"

4. Click Install

5. Reload VS Code when prompted

Alternatively, install it via the VS Code Marketplace website:

[Install ExpressJet from VS Code Marketplace](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=NishantUnavane.express-jet) (This link will work once published!)

## Usage 🚀

1. Open VS Code Command Palette (Ctrl+Shift+P)

2. Type "Generate Backend Structure"

3. Select the desired location for your project

4. The extension will automatically create the folder structure and necessary files

## Generated Files 📋

- **server.js**: Express server setup with basic configuration

- **config/db.js**: MongoDB connection configuration

- **.env**: Environment variables template

- Basic folder structure for MVC architecture

## Requirements 🛠️

- Visual Studio Code 1.60.0 or higher

- Node.js and npm installed

- Basic understanding of Express.js and MongoDB

## Configuration ⚙️

The extension creates a default configuration that you can modify according to your needs:

- MongoDB connection string in `.env`

- Server port settings

- Basic middleware setup

## Benefits 💪

- **Consistency**: Maintains uniform project structure across teams

- **Efficiency**: Reduces setup time significantly

- **Best Practices**: Implements proven architectural patterns

- **Flexibility**: Easy to customize generated structure

## Contributing 🤝

Contributions are welcome! To contribute:

1. Fork the repository

2. Create your feature branch (`git checkout -b feature/AmazingFeature`)

3. Commit your changes (`git commit -m 'Add some AmazingFeature'`)

4. Push to the branch (`git push origin feature/AmazingFeature`)

5. Open a Pull Request

## Author ✍️

Nishant Unavane

- GitHub: [@IamNishant51](https://github.com/IamNishant51)

- Email: anonymouslucifer400@gmail.com

## License 📄

This project is licensed under the ISC License - see the LICENSE file for details.

## Support 🌟

If you find this extension helpful, please consider:

- Star the repository

- Sharing it with others

- Providing feedback and suggestions

- Contributing to its development

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Are you tired of setting up the same Express.js and MongoDB boilerplate for every new backend project? **ExpressJet** is your flight ticket to instantly generate a robust, well-structured, and customizable backend foundation directly within VS Code! Get productive in seconds, not minutes, and focus on building the interactive experiences you love.

## 📂 Generated Folder Structure

Your new project will have a clean, logical structure ready for expansion:

* your-project-name/ 

  * ├── .env

  * ├── .gitignore

  * ├── package.json

  * ├── README.md

  * ├── server.js               # Main server entry   * point (or server.mjs)

  * └── src/

  * ├── app.js              # Express app   * configuration (or app.mjs)

  * ├── config/

  * │   └── db.js           # MongoDB connection   * (or db.mjs)

  * ├── controllers/

  * │   ├── auth.controller.js  # User   * authentication logic (if selected)

  * │   └── example.controller.js # Example CRUD   * logic

  * ├── models/

  * │   └── User.model.js   # User schema (updated   * for auth if selected)

  * ├── routes/

  * │   ├── auth.route.js   # Auth API routes (if   * selected)

  * │   └── example.route.js # Example API routes

  * ├── middlewares/

  * │   └── auth.middleware.js # JWT protection   * middleware (if selected)

  * └── utils/

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Made with ❤️ by Nishant Unavane