Project setup with create-svelte - Cheat Sheet & Quick Revision

Recall & Review

beginner

What is create-svelte used for?

create-svelte is a tool that helps you quickly start a new Svelte project with a ready setup. It saves time by creating all the basic files and configurations you need.

beginner

Which command do you run to start a new Svelte project using create-svelte?

You run npm create svelte@latest in your terminal. This command starts the setup wizard for your new Svelte project.

intermediate

What choices does the create-svelte setup wizard ask you during project creation?

The wizard asks about:

• Project name
• Type of project (e.g., skeleton, demo app)
• Language preference (JavaScript or TypeScript)
• Additional features like ESLint, Prettier, or Playwright for testing

beginner

After creating a Svelte project with create-svelte, what is the next step to run your app locally?

Navigate into your project folder with cd your-project-name, then install dependencies using npm install. Finally, start the development server with npm run dev.

beginner

Why is it helpful to use create-svelte instead of setting up a Svelte project manually?

It saves time and avoids mistakes by automatically creating the right files and configurations. It also helps beginners by guiding them through choices step-by-step.

What command starts the Svelte project setup with create-svelte?

A npm create svelte@latest

B npm install svelte

C npx svelte init

D svelte new project

The correct command is npm create svelte@latest which runs the setup wizard.

Which of these is NOT a choice during the create-svelte setup wizard?

A Picking a CSS framework like Bootstrap

B Selecting JavaScript or TypeScript

C Choosing project name

D Adding ESLint or Prettier

The wizard does not ask about CSS frameworks like Bootstrap by default.

After creating a project, which command installs the needed packages?

A npm run dev

B npm build

C npm start

D npm install

npm install downloads and sets up all dependencies.

What does npm run dev do in a Svelte project?

A Builds the project for production

B Installs dependencies

C Starts the development server

D Runs tests

npm run dev launches a local server to preview your app while coding.

Why is using create-svelte recommended for beginners?

A It requires manual configuration

B It automatically sets up a ready-to-use project

C It only works with TypeScript

D It installs extra unrelated tools

Create-svelte helps beginners by setting up a project quickly and correctly.

Explain the steps to create and run a new Svelte project using create-svelte.

Think about commands and choices from start to running the app.

Describe why create-svelte is helpful for setting up a Svelte project.

Focus on benefits and ease of use.

Practice

1. What is the main purpose of running npm create svelte@latest?

easy

A. To update an existing Svelte project

B. To install Svelte globally on your computer

C. To start a new Svelte project with a ready setup

D. To run the Svelte development server

Solution

1. Step 1: Understand the command purpose

   npm create svelte@latest is used to create a new Svelte project, not to install or update globally.

2. Step 2: Differentiate from other commands

   Installing globally or running the server uses different commands like npm install -g or npm run dev.

3. Final Answer:

   To start a new Svelte project with a ready setup -> Option C

4. Quick Check:

   Create new project = A [OK]

Hint: Remember: 'create' means start new project [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Confusing 'create' with 'install' globally
• Thinking it runs the app immediately
• Assuming it updates existing projects

2. Which command correctly installs the dependencies after creating a new Svelte project?

easy

A. npm run dev

B. npm create svelte@latest

C. npm start

D. npm install

Solution

1. Step 1: Identify the command for installing packages

   npm install downloads and installs all dependencies listed in package.json.

2. Step 2: Differentiate from other commands

   npm run dev starts the development server, npm create svelte@latest creates a project, and npm start is not standard here.

3. Final Answer:

   npm install -> Option D

4. Quick Check:

   Install dependencies = npm install [OK]

Hint: Install dependencies with 'npm install' before running app [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Running 'npm run dev' before installing dependencies
• Confusing 'npm create' with install
• Using 'npm start' which may not be defined

3. After running npm create svelte@latest and npm install, what happens when you run npm run dev?

medium

A. It starts a local development server showing your Svelte app

B. It installs additional dependencies

C. It deletes the node_modules folder

D. It creates a new Svelte project

Solution

1. Step 1: Understand the role of 'npm run dev'

   This command starts the development server that hosts your Svelte app locally for testing.

2. Step 2: Clarify other options

   Installing dependencies is done by npm install, deleting folders is not part of this command, and project creation is separate.

3. Final Answer:

   It starts a local development server showing your Svelte app -> Option A

4. Quick Check:

   Run dev = start local server [OK]

Hint: Run 'npm run dev' to see your app live locally [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Thinking 'npm run dev' installs packages
• Confusing it with project creation
• Expecting it to delete files

4. You ran npm create svelte@latest but forgot to run npm install. What will happen if you try npm run dev next?

medium

A. You get an error about missing dependencies

B. The development server starts normally

C. The project files get deleted

D. The app builds but shows a blank page

Solution

1. Step 1: Recognize the role of 'npm install'

   This command installs all needed packages. Without it, dependencies are missing.

2. Step 2: Predict the result of skipping install

   Trying to run the dev server without dependencies causes errors about missing modules.

3. Final Answer:

   You get an error about missing dependencies -> Option A

4. Quick Check:

   Missing install causes errors on run [OK]

Hint: Always run 'npm install' before 'npm run dev' [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Assuming dev server runs without dependencies
• Expecting blank page instead of error
• Thinking files get deleted automatically

5. You want to create a new Svelte project with TypeScript support using npm create svelte@latest. Which step should you take during setup?

hard

A. Manually add TypeScript files after project creation

B. Choose the TypeScript template option when prompted

C. Run npm install typescript before creating the project

D. Skip dependency installation and add TypeScript later

Solution

1. Step 1: Understand create-svelte prompts

   When running npm create svelte@latest, it asks which features you want, including TypeScript support.

2. Step 2: Select TypeScript during setup

   Choosing the TypeScript option sets up the project with correct config and files automatically.

3. Step 3: Avoid manual or out-of-order steps

   Manually adding TypeScript or installing before project creation is unnecessary and error-prone.

4. Final Answer:

   Choose the TypeScript template option when prompted -> Option B

5. Quick Check:

   Select TypeScript at setup = A [OK]

Hint: Pick TypeScript option during create-svelte prompts [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Adding TypeScript manually after setup
• Installing TypeScript before project creation
• Skipping dependency installation