Vue 3 + Node.js Project Setup

This README provides a comprehensive guide for setting up, managing, and troubleshooting your Vue 3 and Node.js project. Follow these steps to ensure a smooth development process.

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Prerequisites

1. Install Node.js:

   • Install Node.js (recommended: v16 LTS) from Node.js downloads.
   • Verify installation:

     node -v
     npm -v

2. Install Git:

   • Download and install Git from Git downloads.
   • Verify installation:

     git --version

3. Install a Package Manager:

   • Use npm (default with Node.js) or yarn:

     npm install -g yarn

4. Install a Version Manager (Optional):

   • For Node.js version control, use:
     • nvm for Unix-based systems: nvm.
     • nvm-windows for Windows: nvm-windows.

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Project Setup

1. Clone the Repository

git clone <repository_url>
cd vue-3-nodejs

2. Install Dependencies

npm install

3. Fix Compatibility Issues

Update Vulnerable Packages

1. Audit dependencies:

   npm audit fix

2. If critical vulnerabilities persist, run:

   npm audit fix --force

Resolve Webpack Compatibility:

• Ensure webpack-dev-middleware matches your webpack version.
• For Webpack 4:

  npm install [email protected] --save-dev

• For Webpack 5:

  npm install [email protected] --save-dev

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Development Commands

Run the Development Server

npm run dev

• Starts the Vue.js development server.
• Access the app in the browser: http://localhost:5173 (default Vite port).

Lint Your Code

npm run lint

• Fix common issues:

  npm run lint -- --fix

Build for Production

npm run build

• Bundles the app for deployment in the /dist directory.

Preview the Build

npm run preview

• Serve the production build locally.

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Common Issues & Fixes

1. Dependency Errors (ERESOLVE)

• Use --legacy-peer-deps to resolve conflicts:

  npm install --legacy-peer-deps

2. Webpack Loader Errors

• If NormalModule errors occur, ensure compatible loaders:

  npm install [email protected] --save-dev

3. Node.js Version Compatibility

• Downgrade Node.js if needed using nvm:

  nvm install 16
  nvm use 16

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Advanced Configuration

Customizing package.json

• Review and remove duplicate dependencies.
• Ensure consistent versions for @vue and webpack packages.
• Example:

  "dependencies": {
    "axios": "^1.7.9",
    "express": "^4.21.2",
    "cors": "^2.8.5",
    "vue": "^3.2.47"
  },
  "devDependencies": {
    "@vitejs/plugin-vue": "^4.0.0",
    "eslint": "^8.50.0",
    "vite": "^4.4.0"
  }

Updating Webpack (Optional for Legacy Builds)

1. For Webpack 4:

   npm install [email protected] --save-dev

2. For Webpack 5:

   npm install [email protected] --save-dev

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Next Steps

1. Set up CI/CD pipelines for deployment.
2. Integrate unit testing with Jest or Vitest.
3. Optimize production builds with additional Vite plugins.
4. Document custom configurations for future maintainers.

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Changelog

• Initial setup with Vue 3 and Node.js.
• Dependencies updated for security and compatibility.
• Configured ESLint and Vite.

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Contributors

• KIRO-M12 - Project Owner/Developer.

For questions or issues, feel free to contact via [GitHub Issues](<repository_url>/issues).