setup
Trigger.dev Setup
Get Trigger.dev running in your project in minutes.
When to Use
- Adding Trigger.dev to an existing project
- Creating your first task
- Setting up trigger.config.ts
- Connecting to Trigger.dev cloud
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18+ or Bun
- A Trigger.dev account (https://cloud.trigger.dev)
Quick Start
1. Install the SDK
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