JHipster Lite is a powerful development tool designed to help you quickly generate and deploy modern web applications using microservice architectures. This guide will walk you through the essential steps to kickstart your project using JHipster Lite, ensuring a user-friendly experience along the way.

What is JHipster Lite?

Imagine being a chef who wants to bake a cake. Instead of sifting through countless recipes to create something extraordinary, you have a magic oven that generates the perfect cake with just the ingredients you select. This is what JHipster Lite does for developers—it allows you to customize your application, generating only the code you need, and nothing more.

Quick Start

To get started, follow these simple steps:

• Clone the Project:

  git clone https://github.com/jhipster/jhipster-lite

• Navigate into the Folder:

  cd jhipster-lite

• Run the Project:

  ./mvnw

• Open in Browser: Go to http://localhost:7471.

Prerequisites

Java

You need to have Java 21 installed:

• JDK 21

Node.js and NPM

Install Node.js to run a local development server. After installation, run the following command to set up development tools:

npm ci

Use this command only when dependencies change in package.json.

Testing Your Project

To ensure everything is working perfectly, you can run the following tests:

• Launch Tests:

  ./mvnw clean test

• Launch Integration Tests:

  ./mvnw clean verify

Docker Configuration

If you’re familiar with Docker, you can create a lightweight container for your application:

• Create the Image:

  ./mvnw spring-boot:build-image -Pnative

• Run the App:

  docker run -p 7471:7471 --rm docker.io/library/jhlite:VERSION

Generating Your Project

Once the server is up and running, navigate to http://localhost:7471 in your browser. From there, select your desired options to generate your project step by step, creating only what you need.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues along the way, consider the following troubleshooting steps:

• Java Version: Make sure you are using Java 21.
• Node.js Dependencies: If you face issues with packages, try running npm install instead of npm ci.
• Port Issues: If port 7471 is already in use, consider changing it in the properties or stopping the other service.

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Final Thoughts

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