bahmutov/start-server-and-test — Starts server, waits for URL, then runs test command; when the tests end, shuts down server

Description and use

**Summary:**
bahmutov/start-server-and-test is a lightweight utility that launches a development server, waits until a specified URL becomes reachable, and then executes a test command (or any other script). After the test process finishes—whether it succeeds or fails—the tool automatically shuts down the server, streamlining the workflow for backend and dev‑tool environments.

Problem

bahmutov/start-server-and-test helps teams reuse service infrastructure instead of rebuilding common backend pieces.

Outcome

Early or unclear: treat as research material until maintenance, releases, docs, and issue activity are verified.

Workflow

• ship API services faster
• reuse backend infrastructure
• standardize service patterns

Evidence

Starts server, waits for URL, then runs test command; when the tests end, shuts down server

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