Introduction
While working on a full-stack project, I built both the frontend and backend API myself. The problem? Manually documenting the API was tedious and time-consuming. So, I started looking for a self-documenting API library for Node.js on Google and npm—but surprisingly, I couldn’t find one. I did come across Tapir, a great project for Scala, but I needed something similar for TypeScript. Since nothing existed, I decided to build my own—and that’s how this project began.
What is Tarin?
Tarin is a robust backend library for Node.js, purpose-built to streamline the definition of API endpoints while automatically generating API documentation in compliance with the OpenAPI Specification standard. It is specifically designed to enhance the efficiency of backend development using TypeScript and Node.js.
Key Features
Compile-time and Runtime Input/Output Validation:
Ensures reliable API behavior with validation at both compile-time (via TypeScript autocompletion and type-checking) and runtime.
Strongly Typed Endpoint Logic:
Simplifies endpoint implementation with strict input and output type enforcement for enhanced clarity and maintainability.
Automated OpenAPI Documentation Generation:
Automatically generates API documentation that conforms to the OpenAPI Specification, reducing manual effort and ensuring accuracy.
How to Get Started
You can check out the full documentation here: Tarin Documentation.
The project is open source, so feel free to explore the code, contribute, or report any issues on GitHub: Tarin on GitHub.
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