Devvit Hello World Experimental

An experimental hello world template that explores a new way to build applications on Reddit's developer platform.

If you're looking for a more batteries included starter, please check out:

• devvit-threejs-starter-experimental

Getting Started

Prerequisites

Make sure you have Node 22 downloaded on your machine before running!

1. Create your project from the template
   
2. Set up your new repo
   
3. Clone the repo down to your computer
   
4. cd your-app-name
5. npm install
6. Make a subreddit: Make a private subreddit on Reddit.com. This will be where you do your own development. Go to Reddit.com, scroll the left side bar down to communities, and click "Create a community."
7. Update the name in package.json: Find the dev:devvit command and replace YOUR_SUBREDDIT_NAME with the subreddit name you just created.
8. Update json file: In devvit.json replace YOUR_APP_NAME with the name of your app. This will be shown to users that play your app.
9. Upload: Run npm run deploy and go through the prompts
10. Playtest: Run npm run dev to playtest your application in production by going to your subreddit. Use the subreddit menu action called "New Hello World Post" to create the post.

Commands

• npm run dev: Starts a development server where you can develop your application live on Reddit.
• npm run deploy: Uploads a new version of your app
• npm run type-check: Type checks your app