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Node.js Backend Patterns

Comprehensive guidance for building scalable, maintainable, and production-ready Node.js backend applications with modern frameworks, architectural patterns, and best practices.

Use this skill when

  • Building REST APIs or GraphQL servers
  • Creating microservices with Node.js
  • Implementing authentication and authorization
  • Designing scalable backend architectures
  • Setting up middleware and error handling
  • Integrating databases (SQL and NoSQL)
  • Building real-time applications with WebSockets
  • Implementing background job processing

Do not use this skill when

  • The task is unrelated to node.js backend patterns
  • You need a different domain or tool outside this scope

Instructions

  • Clarify goals, constraints, and required inputs.
  • Apply relevant best practices and validate outcomes.
  • Provide actionable steps and verification.
  • If detailed examples are required, open resources/implementation-playbook.md.

Resources

  • resources/implementation-playbook.md for detailed patterns and examples.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is nodejs-backend-patterns?

nodejs-backend-patterns is an expert AI persona designed to improve your coding workflow. Build production-ready Node.js backend services with Express/Fastify, implementing middleware patterns, error handling, authentication, database integration, and API design best practices. Use when creating Node.js servers, REST APIs, GraphQL backends, or microservices architectures. It provides senior-level context directly within your IDE.

How do I install the nodejs-backend-patterns skill in Cursor or Windsurf?

To install the nodejs-backend-patterns skill, download the package, extract the files to your project's .cursor/skills directory, and type @nodejs-backend-patterns in your editor chat to activate the expert instructions.

Is nodejs-backend-patterns free to download?

Yes, the nodejs-backend-patterns AI persona is completely free to download and integrate into compatible Agentic IDEs like Cursor, Windsurf, Github Copilot, and Anthropic MCP servers.

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nodejs-backend-patterns

Build production-ready Node.js backend services with Express/Fastify, implementing middleware patterns, error handling, authentication, database integration, and API design best practices. Use when creating Node.js servers, REST APIs, GraphQL backends, or microservices architectures.

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Platform

IDE Native

Price

Free Download

Setup Instructions

Cursor & Windsurf

  1. Download the zip file above.
  2. Extract to .cursor/skills
  3. Type @nodejs-backend-patterns in editor chat.

Copilot & ChatGPT

Copy the instructions from the panel on the left and paste them into your custom instructions setting.

"Adding this nodejs-backend-patterns persona to my Cursor workspace completely changed the quality of code my AI generates. Saves me hours every week."

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