FAQ

Why do I have a directory named .nest in my project?

The .nest directory is created when you link a directory to a Nest module.

What does this directory contain?

The module.json file contains metadata about the module

The ignore file contains a list of files that are ignored or included

The data.json file is an auto generated file. This file should NOT be directly edited by the user.

Should I commit the .nest directory?

No, you should not commit the .nest directory to your repository. Upon creation, it will be automatically added to your .gitignore file.

Why are Nest CLI and eggs separate?

Nest CLI is the main utility you would use to create and publish modules. Eggs on the other hand, is just a reference module manager that has first-class support for Nest including private modules. Other module managers can use this reference to integrate Nest into their software.