Bun.js Backend Patterns

Overview

Bun runtime patterns for building fast TypeScript backend services. This skill covers core Bun features, HTTP servers with Hono, database access with Prisma, validation with Zod, error handling, testing, and configuration patterns.

When to use this skill:

• Implementing basic HTTP endpoints and route handlers
• Setting up middleware patterns (CORS, logging, auth)
• Working with SQLite or PostgreSQL databases
• Implementing request validation with Zod
• Writing tests with Bun's native test runner
• Basic file operations and WebSocket handling

For advanced topics, see:

• dev:bunjs-architecture - Layered architecture, clean code patterns, camelCase conventions
• dev:bunjs-production - Docker, AWS, Redis caching, security, CI/CD
• dev:bunjs-apidog - OpenAPI specs and Apidog integration