Start a new microservice

This guide explains how to create a new repository in the justomx GitHub organization using the nodejs-backend-template. The template repository provides a predefined structure and configuration for developing Node.js backend applications, allowing teams to quickly bootstrap new projects with consistent settings and best practices.

By following the steps outlined, you’ll be able to set up a new repository with the same initial structure as the template, giving you a solid foundation for your backend development. The process is streamlined through GitHub’s “Use this template” feature, ensuring that all necessary files and configurations are cloned into your new repository.

This is especially useful for:

• Maintaining consistency across multiple projects.
• Speeding up the setup process for new Node.js applications.
• Applying pre-configured settings, such as dependencies, project structure, and scripts, from the template.

The instructions in this document are tailored specifically for users in the justomx organization and assume the use of the nodejs-backend-template repository.

How to Create a New Repository from the nodejs-backend-template

Follow these steps to create a new repository using the nodejs-backend-template from the justomx organization.

1. Go to the Template Repository

• Open a web browser and visit the following URL to access the template repository:

Jüsto Backend Template Click here and follow the steps to create a new repository from this template

2. Click “Use this template”

• On the repository page, locate the green “Use this template” button, which is found near the top-right corner of the page. Click it.

3. Configure Your New Repository

After clicking “Use this template”, you’ll be redirected to a form where you can configure your new repository:

• Repository Name: Enter a name for your new repository.
• Description (Optional): Add a short description of the repository.
• Privacy Settings: Choose whether you want the repository to be Public or Private.

4. Create Repository

• Once you’ve entered the necessary information, click “Create repository from template”. This will generate a new repository in the justomx organization with the contents of the template.

5. Clone the New Repository (Optional)

• If you want to work locally, clone the repository using the following steps:

  terminal

  git clone https://github.com/justomx/your-new-repo-name.git
  cd your-new-repo-name

You can now start working on your newly created repository based on the nodejs-backend-template.