Complete Next.js with React & Node - Portfolio Apps [2023]

🌟 Complete Next.js with React & Node - Portfolio Apps [2023] 🌟

Is this course right for you? 🤔

🚀 If you're planning to kickstart your development career or enhance your programming expertise, this course is tailor-made for you! Dive into building a stunning portfolio website that can showcase your skills to colleagues and potential employers.

🛠️ Get all you need to start web development in one place. From foundational technologies to advanced topics, we'll guide you through the entire process until your application is live on Heroku or Vercel for global accessibility. This course is up-to-date with the latest React JS and Next JS versions.

Course Structure 📚

1. [Project 1]: Resource Application (Beginners)

   • Gain a solid grasp of fundamental web development concepts.
   • Learn about state management in React, passing data between components, and understanding the essence of components within your applications.
   • Focus on React and Next JS, essential tools for modern web development.

2. [Project 2]: Content Application (Beginners/Intermediate)

   • Dive into the latest features of Next.js 13's "App Router" architecture.
   • Explore recent changes in React and Next.js, staying ahead of the curve.
   • Construct a content application for managing portfolios and blogs using markdown, leveraging new API functions, and understanding project organization.

3. [Project 3]: Portfolio Application (Beginners/Intermediate)

   • Building the Layout:
     • Create reusable components like navigation bars and portfolio cards.
     • Learn about server-side rendering and data fetching techniques.
   • Authentication:
     • Implement user registration, login, and access control using Auth0 for secure authentication.
     • Manage authentication state and adapt your UI accordingly.
   • Portfolio Features:
     • Develop create, update, and delete functionality within your portfolio application.
     • Utilize Next.js to achieve real-time updates and create fast static pages.
   • Blogging:
     • Integrate a rich text editor for creating and publishing blogs.
     • Manage user blogs with SEO considerations in mind.
   • SEO (Search Engine Optimization):
     • Understand the basics of SEO and how to integrate it effectively with Next.js.
   • Deployment:
     • Deploy your Express API server to Heroku.
     • Deploy your Next.js portfolio app to Vercel, making it accessible on the web.

What is Next.js? 🤿

Next.js is a React framework that offers a robust infrastructure and an intuitive development experience for server-side rendered (SSR) applications. It features:

• An intuitive page-based routing system with support for dynamic routes.
• Support for pre-rendering, including both static site generation (SSG) and server-side rendering (SSR), on a per-page basis.

What will you build? 🏗️

Project 1 - Resource Project

• Understand fundamental web development concepts.
• Master state management, props passing, and component creation within React applications.
• Get hands-on with React and Next.js to build modern web apps.

Project 2 - Content Application

• Explore the new "App Router" architecture in Next.js 13.
• Learn about the latest changes in React and Next.js.
• Build a content application for managing portfolios and blogs, including markdown support and new API functions.

Project 3 - Portfolio Application

• A comprehensive project that includes layout creation, authentication, blogging features, SEO optimization, and deployment.
• Develop a full-stack portfolio application with user management, content creation, and API integration.
• Deploy both your backend (Express) and frontend (Next.js) to live on Heroku and Vercel, respectively.

Join us in this comprehensive journey through the world of Next.js, React, and Node, where you'll not only learn but also create a complete portfolio application that stands out! 🚀✨