Bolt.new Documentation

Comprehensive guides, API references, and best practices for building with bolt.new. Everything you need to master the platform.

Getting Started

Quick start guide for beginners

API Reference

Complete API documentation

Tutorials

Step-by-step guides

Best Practices

Expert tips and patterns

Introduction to Bolt.new

Bolt.new is an AI-powered development platform that enables rapid web application development. It combines the power of modern frameworks with intelligent code generation to accelerate your development workflow.

Key Features

  • ✓AI-assisted code generation for faster development
  • ✓Built-in support for React, Next.js, and modern frameworks
  • ✓Integrated deployment and hosting solutions
  • ✓Real-time collaboration and version control

Installation & Setup

Getting started with bolt.new is straightforward. Follow these steps to set up your development environment.

Prerequisites

  • • Node.js 18.0 or higher
  • • npm or yarn package manager
  • • Modern web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
  • • Git for version control
$ npm install -g bolt-cli
$ bolt init my-project
$ cd my-project
$ bolt dev

Your First Project

Let's build a simple application to understand the basics of bolt.new development.

Step 1: Create a New Project

Initialize a new bolt.new project with your preferred template.

bolt create my-app --template react

Step 2: Start Development Server

Launch the development server to see your app in action.

cd my-app && bolt dev

Step 3: Build Your First Component

Use bolt.new's AI assistance to generate components and features quickly.

Need Expert Help?

Our team of bolt.new experts is ready to help you with your project.