Welcome to your quick guide on setting up a Node.js application using Express, Pug, and Twitter Bootstrap 5.3! This project template provides a smooth entry into the world of web development with Node.js. Let’s dive into how to get started.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have Node.js installed on your machine. If not, you can download it from the official Node.js website.

Step-by-Step Setup

Follow these simple steps to set up your application:

• Clone the repository: You can start by cloning the starter template repository using Git.
• Install dependencies: Open your command prompt, navigate to the folder where you’ve cloned the repository, and run the following command to install necessary packages:

npm install

• Run the application: Use the command below to start your Node.js application:

node app

• Access the app: Finally, open your web browser and navigate to http://localhost:3000.

Overview of Project Structure

Inside your project directory, you’ll find several important files for structuring your application:

• layout.pug: This file serves as the overall layout structure for your pages.
• header.pug: Contains the header elements for your application.
• footer.pug: A simple footer for your application.
• index.pug: This is the landing page where you can add your custom content.

Editing Pages

To customize your application, you can edit the views/index.pug file. The default content is structured as follows:

extends layout
block content
    main.flex-shrink-0
        .container
            h1.mt-5 Program Name
            p.lead Hello world.

Feel free to modify the content within this file to reflect the purpose of your application!

Demo

Curious to see it in action? Check out the live demo at http://nodebootstrapper.herokuapp.com.

Troubleshooting

If you run into any issues during the setup or usage of your Node.js Bootstrap Starter Template, here are some troubleshooting tips:

• Ensure you’ve installed Node.js correctly.
• Double-check that you are in the correct directory when running commands.
• If the application does not start, look for error messages in your command prompt and correct any issues.
• Make sure that no other application is using port 3000.
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Conclusion

That’s it! You now have a fully functional Node.js + Express application with Pug and Bootstrap. At fxis.ai, we believe that such advancements are crucial for the future of AI, as they enable more comprehensive and effective solutions. Our team is continually exploring new methodologies to push the envelope in artificial intelligence, ensuring that our clients benefit from the latest technological innovations.

Happy coding!