Overview:

This product is a basic integration of NextJS and ExpressJS, which allows for architectural simplicity and the ability to maintain only one deployment. It is designed to be a barebones codebase that can be used as a starting point for a project, with the option to delete sample code and customize it according to specific needs.

Features:

• Combines NextJS and ExpressJS: This product integrates the front-end capabilities of NextJS with the server capabilities of ExpressJS, allowing for a seamless integration of both frameworks.
• Monolithic Structure: The codebase is designed to be a monolith, which can help improve velocity and ship bug-free code by avoiding the complexities of distributed systems.
• Customizability: The template code is intended to be minimal and can be easily customized or modified to suit the specific requirements of a project.

Installation:

1. Create a .env file in the project root directory. This file is used to store sensitive information and should be gitignored. An example .env file is provided.
2. Install the required dependencies using pnpm:

pnpm install

3. Start the server using pnpm:

pnpm start

4. The server will run on localhost on port 3000 by default. Access the server by navigating to http://localhost:3000 in your web browser.

Summary:

This product is a basic integration of NextJS and ExpressJS that provides architectural simplicity and the ability to maintain a single deployment. It is designed to be a minimal starting point for projects, with the option to customize and modify the code according to specific needs. The installation process is straightforward, requiring the creation of a .env file and the installation of dependencies using pnpm. Once installed, the server can be started and accessed locally on http://localhost:3000.