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When you run npx create-slik@latest my-app, the CLI immediately asks you to choose a framework stack. Your choice determines the project structure, routing conventions, and server-side capabilities of the app Slik Dev generates.

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Available Stacks

Next.js

App Router, server-side rendering, file-based routing, and API routes — all pre-configured.

React

Client-side React with a component architecture optimized for SPAs.

HTML

Vanilla HTML/CSS/JS output for maximum portability.
All stacks including Next.js, React, and HTML are fully supported and available to use.

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What Next.js Gives You

When you select Next.js, Slik Dev generates a full application built on the Next.js App Router. You get:
  • Server-side rendering (SSR) — Pages are rendered on the server for faster initial loads and better SEO.
  • App Router — The modern Next.js routing system using the app/ directory, React Server Components, and nested layouts.
  • File-based routing — Routes are defined by the folder structure. No manual router configuration required.
  • API routes — Backend endpoints live alongside your frontend in the same project.
  • TypeScript — The entire project is end-to-end typed with strict TypeScript configuration.
  • Tailwind CSS — Utility-first styling with clsx and tailwind-merge pre-installed.
  • Framer Motion — Fluid, production-quality animations across all generated components.
After scaffolding, your app runs at http://localhost:3000 with a landing page, auth screens, dashboard, and admin panel already in place.

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Selecting Your Stack

The CLI prompts you to pick a stack immediately after you run the init command.
1

Run the scaffolding command

2

Choose your stack at the prompt

The CLI presents the stack options interactively:
Use the arrow keys to navigate, then press Enter to confirm.
3

Continue with the remaining prompts

After selecting your stack, the CLI continues with theme, auth, and database configuration. See the individual pages for each option.
4

Install and start the dev server

Your app is live at http://localhost:3000.

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Stack Comparison

If you’re building a SaaS product today, choose Next.js. It’s the only stack with full theme, auth, and database support and is the combination Slik Dev is optimized for.