Nextjs Toolbox

Overview

The Next.js Toolbox Template is a Next.js v12 project that serves as a reference for integrating commonly used features within Netlify for Next.js. It provides a guide on how to deploy the project to Netlify, run it locally, add forms, block bot spam, use Netlify functions, set up redirects, and conduct testing.

Features

• Getting Started: Guide on how to install the dependencies and run the development server.
• Deploy to Netlify: Option to deploy the project immediately by clicking a button, or using the Netlify CLI.
• Running Locally: Instructions on using the Netlify CLI to access project information, test functions and redirects, and share a live session.
• Forms: Explanation on how to use Netlify Forms to handle submissions, including adding attributes to the form tag and a hidden input.
• Blocking Bot Spam: Provides information on using a honeypot field to block bot spam in form submissions.
• Netlify Functions: Resources and documentation on using Netlify Functions, allowing serverless functions to be used in the project.
• Redirects: Documentation and resources on setting up redirects in the project.
• Testing: Guide on conducting testing in the project, including default testing setup and instructions for removing Renovate and Cypress.

Installation

To install the Next.js Toolbox Template, follow these steps:

1. Clone the repository using the git clone command or click the ‘Use the Template’ button at the top of the repository.
2. Install the dependencies by running npm install or yarn install.
3. Run the development server by using the command npm run dev.
4. Open http://localhost:3000 in your browser to see the result.
5. Start editing the page by modifying the pages/index.js file. The page will auto-update as you edit the file.

Summary

The Next.js Toolbox Template is a Next.js v12 project that demonstrates the integration of commonly used features within Netlify for Next.js. It provides guidance on deploying the project to Netlify, running it locally, adding forms, blocking bot spam, using Netlify functions, setting up redirects, and conducting testing. By following the instructions provided, users can easily understand and implement these features in their Next.js projects.