Node.js Best Practices

Comprehensive guide for Node.js and Fastify applications, maintained by Nearform. Contains 48 rules across 8 categories, prioritized by impact to guide automated refactoring and code generation.

When to Apply

Reference these guidelines when:

• Writing new Node.js APIs or Fastify routes
• Implementing database operations
• Reviewing code for performance or security issues
• Refactoring existing Node.js/Fastify code
• Optimizing API response times
• Handling errors and logging
• Setting up monitoring and observability

Rule Categories by Priority