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# CodeBlock DevKit Template
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A comprehensive SaaS application template built with the [CodeBlock DevKit](https://codeblock.dev/) framework. This template provides a complete foundation for building modern, scalable SaaS applications with enterprise-grade architecture.
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## 🎬 Demo & Resources
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- **Website**: [https://codeblock.dev/](https://codeblock.dev/)
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- **Documentation**: [https://docs.codeblock.dev/](https://docs.codeblock.dev/)
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- **Demo Video**: [Watch how to use this template](https://codeblock.dev/demo)
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## 📋 Prerequisites: Purchasing a License
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To use this template, you need to purchase a license from the CodeBlock DevKit website. Here's how to get started:
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1. **Purchase a License**: Visit [https://codeblock.dev/pricing](https://codeblock.dev/pricing) and select the appropriate license for your needs
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2. **Download Your License**: After purchase, download your license file from your user dashboard
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3. **Place License File**: Copy the license file to the root directory of this template project
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4. **Run the Template**: Execute the setup script to configure your SaaS application
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## 📥 Download the Template
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You can download this template in two ways:
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### Option 1: Download ZIP File
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1. Go to [https://github.com/CodeBlock-Dev/CodeBlock.DevKit.Template](https://github.com/CodeBlock-Dev/CodeBlock.DevKit.Template)
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2. Click the green "Code" button
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3. Select "Download ZIP"
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4. Extract the ZIP file to your desired location
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### Option 2: Clone with Git
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```bash
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git clone https://github.com/CodeBlock-Dev/CodeBlock.DevKit.Template.git
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cd CodeBlock.DevKit.Template
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```
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### Important Notes
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- All DevKit modules are delivered via NuGet packages, so you only need to maintain your business logic
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- You can update DevKit modules to the latest versions using the update script in the [Build section](#build-and-maintenance)
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## ⚙️ Setup the Template
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The template includes automated setup scripts for different operating systems:
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1. **Navigate to Setup Folder**: Go to the `/setup` directory
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2. **Run Setup Script**: Execute the appropriate script for your OS:
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- **Windows**: Run `setup.bat` or `setup.ps1`
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- **macOS/Linux**: Run `setup.sh`
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3. **Configure Your Application**: The setup wizard will guide you through:
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- Setting your solution name
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- Configuring database settings
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- Setting up admin user credentials
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- Customizing application settings
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## 🔧 Build and Maintenance
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This template includes comprehensive build automation using the [NUKE build system](https://nuke.build/). The build system is organized in the `/4-Build` directory with scripts for different tasks.
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### Available Build Scripts
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| Script Category | Location | Purpose |
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|----------------|----------|---------|
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| **Compile** | `/scripts/compile/` | Builds the entire solution |
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| **Lint** | `/scripts/lint/` | Runs code quality checks |
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| **Tests** | `/scripts/tests/` | Executes unit and integration tests |
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| **Packages** | `/scripts/packages/` | Updates CodeBlock.DevKit NuGet packages |
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### Running Build Scripts
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**Windows:**
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```powershell
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# PowerShell (recommended)
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.\scripts\compile\Compile.ps1
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.\scripts\lint\Lint.ps1
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.\scripts\tests\RunUnitTests.ps1
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.\scripts\packages\UpdateDevKitPackages.ps1
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# Or batch files
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scripts\compile\Compile.bat
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```
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**macOS/Linux:**
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```bash
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# Make scripts executable (one-time setup)
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chmod +x scripts/**/*.sh
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# Run scripts
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./scripts/compile/Compile.sh
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./scripts/lint/Lint.sh
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./scripts/tests/RunUnitTests.sh
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./scripts/packages/UpdateDevKitPackages.sh
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```
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For detailed information about the build system, see the [Build README](src/4-Build/README.md).
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### Continuous Integration & Deployment
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The template includes pre-configured CI/CD workflows:
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- **CI Workflow** (`.github/workflows/ci.yml`): Builds, tests, and packages your application
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- **CD Workflow** (`.github/workflows/cd.yml`): Deploys to Windows IIS server
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**Customizing for Your Environment:**
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1. **Modify CI Workflow**: Update `.github/workflows/ci.yml` to match your build requirements
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2. **Configure CD Workflow**: Customize `.github/workflows/cd.yml` for your deployment target:
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- For Linux deployment: Change runner to `ubuntu-latest`
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- For cloud deployment: Update deployment steps for your cloud provider
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- For different platforms: Modify build commands and artifact packaging
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## 🚀 Implement Your Logic and Build Your SaaS
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The template includes a complete example implementation to help you understand how to build your own features. Study the demo implementation to learn the patterns:
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### Frontend Implementation
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- **Pages**: `/src/2-Clients/AdminPanel/Pages/DemoThings/`
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- **Navigation**: `/src/2-Clients/AdminPanel/Pages/Shared/NavMenu.razor`
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### Backend Implementation
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- **API Controllers**: `/src/2-Clients/Api/Controllers/DemoThingsController.cs`
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- **Application Services**: `/src/1-Libraries/Application/Services/DemoThings/`
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- **Use Cases**: `/src/1-Libraries/Application/UseCases/DemoThings/`
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- **Domain Logic**: `/src/1-Libraries/Core/Domain/DemoThings/`
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### Testing
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- **Unit Tests**: `/src/3-Tests/Application.Tests.Unit/UseCases/DemoThings/`
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- **Integration Tests**: `/src/3-Tests/Application.Tests.Integration/UseCases/DemoThings/`
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### Learning Resources
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- **DevKit Documentation**: [https://docs.codeblock.dev/](https://docs.codeblock.dev/)
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- **Architecture Patterns**: Study the demo implementation to understand clean architecture principles
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- **Best Practices**: Follow the established patterns for consistency and maintainability
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## 📚 Next Steps
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1. **Study the Demo**: Examine the demo implementation to understand the patterns
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2. **Customize Settings**: Update configuration files with your application details
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3. **Add Your Features**: Implement your business logic following the established patterns
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4. **Deploy**: Use the provided CI/CD workflows or customize them for your deployment environment
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For detailed guidance on implementing features and customizing the template, refer to the [CodeBlock DevKit Documentation](https://docs.codeblock.dev/).

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