Prerequisites

Ensure that you have the necessary software installed on your machine:

• Node.js (version 12 or later)
• npm (Node Package Manager)

Step 1: Clone the Repository

Begin by cloning the repository to your local environment. This can be done using the following command:

git clone https://github.com/helixml/apps-client.git

Navigate into the cloned directory:

cd apps-client

Step 2: Install Dependencies

Before building the project, install the required dependencies. Execute the following command within the project directory:

npm install

This command reads the package.json file and installs all the packages listed in the dependencies and devDependencies.

Step 3: Build the Project

Once all dependencies are installed, the next step is to build the TypeScript code into JavaScript. Run the following command:

npm run build

This command executes the build script defined in package.json, typically transforming TypeScript files (.ts) into JavaScript files (.js) and placing them in the output directory.

Step 4: Start the Project

With the build completed, you can start the project using:

npm start

This will run the start script defined in package.json, which typically initiates the main application.

Step 5: Verify the Application Start

After executing the start command, ensure that the application is running correctly. Look for any console output indicating the application is active and accessible at the specified address (often http://localhost:3000 or similar).

You can test the application by navigating to the URL in a web browser or using a tool like curl:

curl http://localhost:3000

Additional Notes

Be sure to check for any environment-specific configurations or dependencies that might need to be adjusted based on the development or production environment settings outlined in the project documentation.

Source: The information provided is based on established practices for building and starting applications written in TypeScript and the standard operations associated with npm.