Creating a Project with npm create svelte
Scaffold a new SvelteKit project using the official CLI and choose the right options.
Creating a Project with npm create svelte is a free Sveltejs Academy lesson on CoddyKit — lesson 2 of 4. You can read the complete lesson below for free — then practise it hands-on in the browser with a built-in code editor and a 24/7 AI tutor. It is part of the Sveltejs Academy learning path, one of 4 lessons in the course, and your progress syncs across the web and the CoddyKit app.
Scaffolding Tool
The official way to start a SvelteKit project is the npm create svelte@latest command. It generates a ready-to-run app.
npm create svelte@latest my-appThe Wizard Asks
You will be prompted for a template (skeleton, demo app), TypeScript support, and tooling (ESLint, Prettier, Playwright, Vitest).
Template Choices
The Skeleton project gives the minimal layout. The Demo app includes a small Sverdle game example to study.
TypeScript Option
Choose Yes for TypeScript if you want type safety. The wizard wires up TS config and uses lang="ts" in script blocks.
Install Dependencies
After the wizard finishes, change directory and install packages.
cd my-app
npm installStart the Dev Server
Use the dev script to launch a hot-reloading server at http://localhost:5173.
npm run devOpen in Browser
Visit the URL printed in the terminal. You should see a welcome page. Edit src/routes/+page.svelte and watch it update live.
Production Build
The build script runs the compiler and produces an output directory ready to serve.
npm run build
npm run previewChoosing a Package Manager
You can use npm, pnpm, or yarn. pnpm is popular for its disk efficiency and strict resolution.
Editor Setup
Install the Svelte for VS Code extension for syntax highlighting, IntelliSense, and diagnostics in .svelte files.
Git Init Optional
The wizard offers to initialize a git repository. Saying yes adds a sensible .gitignore file.
Quick Check
Which command creates a new SvelteKit project?
Recap
You can now scaffold a project, pick TypeScript and tooling, install dependencies, and run dev or build scripts.
Frequently asked questions
Is the “Creating a Project with npm create svelte” lesson free?
Yes — the full text of “Creating a Project with npm create svelte” is free to read here on the web, and the Sveltejs Academy course includes 4 lessons in total. To practise it interactively (a built-in code editor and a 24/7 AI tutor) and unlock the rest of the Sveltejs Academy course, upgrade to CoddyKit PRO.
What will I learn in “Creating a Project with npm create svelte”?
Scaffold a new SvelteKit project using the official CLI and choose the right options. You practise Sveltejs Academy with hands-on code you run directly in the browser, and a 24/7 AI tutor answers your questions as you work through the lesson.
Do I need any experience to start Sveltejs Academy?
No prior experience is required. Sveltejs Academy on CoddyKit is structured for beginners through advanced learners; this is — lesson 2 of 4, so you can start here or from the beginning and move at your own pace.
How long does the “Creating a Project with npm create svelte” lesson take?
Most CoddyKit lessons take about 5–10 minutes. Each one is bite-sized and interactive, so you make steady progress and pick up exactly where you left off across the web and the app.
Can I write and run code in this Sveltejs Academy lesson?
Yes. Every Sveltejs Academy lesson includes a built-in code editor, so you write and run real code right in your browser and get instant AI feedback — no local setup required.
All lessons in this course
- What Is Svelte and Why It Compiles
- Creating a Project with npm create svelte
- Project Structure: src routes static
- The Dev Server and Hot Module Replacement