Node.js Coding Guidelines

IMPORTANT: This skill covers Node.js backend development with TypeScript.

Quick Start Checklist

Before writing Node.js code:

• Use TypeScript (never plain JavaScript)
• Use ES6 imports (not require)
• Add input validation (Zod recommended)
• Centralize error handling with middleware
• Never use async without await or proper handling
• Always handle Promise rejections

Import Conventions

Use ES6 Imports (Never CommonJS)