Building RESTful Express Routers for an Application

Directory Structure

First, create a new folder for routes.

Generating Default Schema

Copilot helps generate a default schema which we can adjust according to our needs. Here’s a basic setup.

Adjusting Base URL and Schema

Ensure our base URL and routes align with our application's needs. Typically, we use Express with mongoose models.

Handling Specific Routes

For example, in our companies route, we deal with the GET, POST, PUT, and DELETE requests.

Error Handling and Smart Adjustments

While Copilot is helpful, sometimes it may not understand the complete context. Make sure to verify and adjust the generated code.

Example Errors and Fixes:

1. Handling Defaults: Ensure fields like version and shares have default values.

2. Validation and Logic: Align to best practices and handle validation rigorously.

Finalizing and Best Practices

Finally, always review the code to align it with best practices and ensure it adheres to your application's needs.

GitHub Copilot Fixes

For any remaining issues, Copilot can suggest fixes. We'll dive deeper into these fixes in a later section.