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Discord.js bot template guide

If you are searching for a discord.js bot template that stays maintainable as your bot grows, ForgeLoop gives you a practical structure plus follow-up generators.

Why this template works​

  • Scaffold once, extend later with forgeloop add command and forgeloop add event.
  • Keep project shape consistent with forgeloop doctor.
  • Choose complexity up front with basic, modular, or advanced presets.
  • Use TypeScript or JavaScript with the same CLI workflow.

Create a new discord.js bot template​

npm create forgeloop@latest my-bot -- --yes --preset modular --language ts

Then:

cd my-bot
npm install
cp .env.example .env
npm run dev

Add features after scaffolding​

Add a command module:

npx forgeloop add command status --description "Show bot status"

Add an event module:

npx forgeloop add event clientReady --once

Validate generated structure:

npx forgeloop doctor
  • basic: quick prototype
  • modular: most production bots
  • advanced: larger projects needing clearer runtime boundaries

For full command details, see the command reference.