Getting Started
Installing NovaServe
Install the NovaServe CLI and npm package using npm, pnpm, yarn, or bun. System requirements and verification steps.
Global CLI Recommended
Install NovaServe globally to use the nova command anywhere on your machine.
System Requirements
- Node.js version 18.0.0 or higher (Node 20+ recommended)
- TypeScript 5.0+ installed in your project
- Git for version control and state checksum tracking
- Operating System: macOS, Linux, or Windows
Install via Package Manager
npm
Terminal
npm install -g novaservepnpm
Terminal
pnpm add -g novaserveyarn
Terminal
yarn global add novaservebun
Terminal
bun add -g novaserveVerify Installation
After installing, verify the CLI is available:
Terminal
nova --version
# novaserve v2.1.12Project-Level Installation
You can also install NovaServe as a project dependency instead of globally:
Terminal
npm install novaserveThen use npx nova to run commands within the project context.
TypeScript Configuration
NovaServe requires TypeScript 5.0+. Your project tsconfig.json should target at least ES2020 with moduleResolution: "node" or"bundler".
Next Steps
Now that NovaServe is installed, proceed to the Quick Start Guide to create and deploy your first serverless application.