📦 n8n Skeleton

Minimal starter template to run and extend n8n, the open-source workflow automation tool.
This skeleton is designed to help you quickly set up a self-hosted n8n instance using Docker, with the flexibility to add custom nodes, credentials, or workflows.

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📁 Project Structure

• .env.example – Template for environment variables
• .gitignore – Standard ignores for Node.js and Docker
• docker-compose.yml – Launch n8n using Docker with minimal setup
• package.json – Ready to extend with custom packages
• README.md – Project documentation and usage guide

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🚀 Getting Started

1. Clone the Repository

git clone https://github.com/your-username/n8n-skeleton.git
cd n8n-skeleton

2. Configure Environment

Copy the example environment file and edit it if needed:

cp .env.example .env

3. Start n8n with Docker

docker-compose up -d

Once the containers are up, open your browser and go to:

http://localhost:5678

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🛠️ Customization

You can extend this skeleton by:

• Creating custom nodes (via packages/nodes-base)
• Adding shared workflows
• Installing npm packages for external integrations
• Setting up volume mounts for persistence

"You may also configure reverse proxies, SSL, or connect to external databases as needed."

🧩 Dependencies

• Docker
• Docker Compose
• n8n

🙌 Credits

Built with ❤️ using n8n

📄 License

MIT License