Question 1

How does this boilerplate compare to other MEVN starters like vue-cli or Nuxt.js?

Accepted Answer

This boilerplate is more feature-complete with backend integration, authentication, and real-time features, whereas vue-cli is frontend-focused and Nuxt.js offers SSR. It's heavier but better for full-stack apps with complex requirements.

Question 2

How do I add a new feature module to this boilerplate?

Accepted Answer

Follow the modular directory structure: add frontend components in client/app/modules and backend logic in server/applogic/modules, then update routes and Vuex stores. The README provides a clear layout example to guide you.

Question 3

Does this support Vue 3 or the latest Node version?

Accepted Answer

No, it's built on Vue.js 2.x and Node.js 10.x, as per the badges. Upgrading would require significant code changes and dependency updates, which aren't provided out-of-the-box.

Question 4

What's the best way to deploy this to a cloud provider like AWS?

Accepted Answer

Use the Docker configuration for containerized deployment on services like AWS ECS or ECR. Alternatively, build the frontend with npm run build and run the Node server with production environment variables, as mentioned in the usage section.

Question 5

Can I use a different database instead of MongoDB?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but it requires substantial changes: replace Mongoose with another ORM, update models in server/models, and adjust configuration. The boilerplate is tightly coupled to MongoDB, so this isn't straightforward.

Question 6

How does the performance hold up with both GraphQL and REST APIs?

Accepted Answer

Having both APIs adds some overhead but offers flexibility. GraphQL is efficient for complex queries, while REST is simpler for basic operations. You can disable unused features in config to optimize performance if needed.

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