Seems like it's being treated as a static file instead of a function to run. We have a guide that goes into detail about Express project configuration and deployment.

https://community.vercel.com/t/express-101-everything-about-deploying-your-express-app-on-vercel/4870

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Please give that a try and let me know if you still have questions