discord-bot-nodejs-setup

Starter kit for creating Discord bots using Node.js.

This repository was created for people who are new to bot programming, but also for more experienced developers who want to jumpstart a new project. It contains all the necessary elements to get you started right away.

Requirements

Before you start, make sure you have installed:

• Node.js (version 18.x or newer) You can download Node.js from the official website Nodejs.org

• Discord Developer Account To get a bot token, you need to create an application in Discord Developer Portal

Installation

Clone the repository or download the code:

git clone https://github.com/yourusername/discord-bot-nodejs-setup.git
cd discord-bot-nodejs-setup

Alternatively, you can download the repository as a ZIP file and unzip it on your computer.

Install dependencies:

Using NPM, run the command:

npm install

This command will install all the necessary packages listed in the package.json file.

Configure the .env file:

There is a .env file in the repository.

Fill it with your Discord bot token, which you can get from the Discord Developer Portal, then add it to the .gitignore file.
You will not add it to the repository so no one will know your tokens

Run the bot:

Once you have installed the dependencies and configured the token, you can run the bot:

node .

The bot should now be up and running and ready to interact.

Usage

Once the bot is up and running, add it to your Discord server using the authorization link from the Discord Developer Portal, making sure it has the right permissions.
By default, the bot responds to a simple command like /ping.
You can extend this bot by adding more features according to your needs.

Useful links:

• Node.js Documentation
• Discord.js Documentation
• Discord Developer Portal

License:

The project is licensed under the MIT license.