This guide will help you get up and running with DevStride development. Before diving in, make sure you have the necessary access and accounts.
Before setting up your development environment, you'll need:
| Access | Description | How to Get |
|---|---|---|
| AWS SSO | Deploy infrastructure and access cloud resources | Request from team lead - you'll be invited to devstride.awsapps.com |
| GitHub | Clone repositories and submit PRs | Must be added to the devstride organization |
| Neon Database | Your personal database branch | Request a branch (e.g., local-yourname) from team lead |
| Tool | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Claude Code | AI-assisted development in your terminal |
| VS Code or Cursor | IDE with good TypeScript support |
GitHub CLI (gh) | Streamlined GitHub operations |
We offer two development environment options:
A fully configured AWS EC2 instance with everything pre-installed:
Best for: Most developers, especially those new to the codebase or who want a consistent environment.
Run everything on your local machine:
Best for: Developers who prefer local tools or have specific environment requirements.