4.7
Intermediate
30h
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Building Dynamic Web Applications with Next.js
Gain insights into building scalable full-stack apps with Next.js. Delve into unique features, UI frameworks, and testing strategies. Discover integrations with GraphQL API and Stripe.
This course is for web developers who want to improve their React skills by building scalable and maintainable full stack applications using a modern web framework—Next.js. Intermediate-level knowledge of ES6+, React, Node.js, and REST is required.
In this course, you’ll start by covering the basics of Next.js, starting with what differentiates it from other frameworks, its unique features, and how to bootstrap a new project from scratch. Next, you’ll dive into writing some small Next.js apps. You will see how to make correct decisions when adopting UI frameworks, styling methods, testing strategies, and more.
By the end of the course, you’ll learn about production-grade applications using the methods and strategies, along with some integrations with the GraphQL API and Stripe in the developed application.
This course is for web developers who want to improve their React skills by building scalable and maintainable full stack applic...Show More
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
An understanding of Next.js fundamentals and how Next.js integrates with React
A working knowledge of Server-side Rendering (SSR) and Client-side Rendering (CSR)
The ability to effectively use UI frameworks and test Next.js applications
An understanding of the techniques to improve the performance of Next.js applications
An understanding of the approaches to styling Next.js applications, including CSS-in-JS libraries like styled-components and CSS Modules
An understanding of Next.js fundamentals and how Next.js integrates with React
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Content
1.
Before We Begin
1 Lessons
Get familiar with Next.js, its audience, and foundational concepts for dynamic web application development.
2.
Exploring Next.js: A Brief Primer
7 Lessons
Look at key concepts like server-side rendering, static generation, and project structure in Next.js.
3.
Exploring Different Rendering Strategies
8 Lessons
Work your way through rendering strategies in Next.js, including SSR, CSR, and SSG for dynamic content.
4.
Next.js Basics and Built-In Components
9 Lessons
Break down the steps to mastering Next.js basics, routing, and image optimization.
5.
Hands-On Next.js
7 Lessons
Solve problems in organizing and fetching data in Next.js applications.
6.
Managing Local and Global States in Next.js
8 Lessons
Tackle state management in Next.js using Context APIs and Redux for dynamic UI updates.
7.
CSS and Built-In Styles Methods
8 Lessons
Build on styling methods in Next.js with Styled JSX, CSS Modules, and SASS integration.
8.
Using UI Frameworks
9 Lessons
Learn how to use Next.js with Chakra UI and TailwindCSS for efficient UI development.
9.
Using a Custom Server
8 Lessons
Walk through integrating Next.js with Express.js and Fastify for custom server setups.
10.
Testing Next.js
8 Lessons
Go hands-on with unit, integration, and end-to-end testing in Next.js applications.
11.
Working with SEO and Managing Performance
7 Lessons
Grasp the fundamentals of SEO, performance optimization, and rendering strategies in Next.js.
12.
Different Deployment Platforms
7 Lessons
Select the right deployment platform based on project needs for optimal performance.
13.
Managing Authentication and User Sessions
6 Lessons
Manage authentication and user sessions in Next.js for secure, efficient web applications.
14.
Building an E-Commerce Website with Next.js and GraphCMS
7 Lessons
Build a complete e-commerce site using Next.js, GraphCMS, and Stripe for seamless transactions.
15.
Wrapping Up
1 Lessons
Sharpen your skills in Next.js core features, best practices, and continuous learning.
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