Config

Every Servest project depends on a servest.config.json file.
This file defines the project’s structure, environment, and enabled features.
It is created automatically when you initialize a project:

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All addons and later commands rely on this file. If it is missing or incomplete, Servest cannot continue.

Example

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Project Options

Defines the main project setup:

• framework – backend framework (e.g. express, django, fastapi, laravel)
• language – programming language used (js, ts, py, php)
• architecture – project structure (basic, mvc, modular, apps-based, laravel-mvc)
• srcDir – whether the project uses a /src directory

Environment Options

Specifies runtime environment:

• runtime – runtime environment (node, bun, python, php)
• nodeVersion – Node.js version (only if runtime is node)
• bunVersion – Bun version (only if runtime is bun)

Features

Tracks enabled addons:

• Populated when you run npx servest@latest add <feature>
• Keeps addon state consistent across commands

Meta

Additional metadata:

• servestVersion – version of Servest used to generate this file
• createdAt – timestamp when the config was created

Why This Config Matters

• Every command in Servest depends on servest.config.json
• Ensures consistent project setup across environments
• Allows addons and features to integrate smoothly
• Acts as the single source of truth for your project settings