Introduction:
Hey, folks! Welcome back to another exciting tutorial. Today, I've got something special for you. I'm going to walk you through the super quick and easy process of deploying your Next.js application on the Vercel platform. I've noticed many of you have been reaching out, eager to learn this, so let's dive right in!
Setting the Stage:
Before we jump into the deployment magic, I want to quickly address a common question I've been getting about the cool lights in the background of my videos. If you're curious about them or the gear I use, check out the links in the description. No sponsorships here – just sharing what works for me!
Step 1: GitHub Repository Setup To get started, we need a GitHub repository for our Next.js app. Follow along as I create a new repository called "next13deploy." If you're new to GitHub, don't worry – it's a breeze. Once that's done, I walk you through the simple process of initializing your repository and pushing your code.
Step 2: Vercel Account Setup Next stop, Vercel! If you haven't already, sign up for a free Vercel account. I won't bore you with the details since you've probably done this before. Once logged in, head to the dashboard.
Step 3: Importing Your Project Now, the real magic happens. Click "Add New" and choose "New Project." If you don't see GitHub as an option, I'll show you how to connect it seamlessly. We import our project from the GitHub repository we just set up, and Vercel does the rest.
Step 4: Deployment Configuration As we set up our project, I guide you through the framework and directory configurations. Vercel has everything optimized for Next.js, making the process incredibly smooth. Don't forget to add any necessary environment variables if your app requires them.
Step 5: Deployment and Troubleshooting With a click on "Deploy," our app is on its way! I show you the behind-the-scenes of the deployment process, highlighting that hiccups are normal. In my case, I intentionally introduce an error to demonstrate how to troubleshoot and fix issues during deployment.
Bonus: Redeploying Your App After addressing the error, we seamlessly redeploy our app. I guide you through the process, ensuring a smooth journey to a successfully deployed Next.js app.
Conclusion:
And there you have it – your Next.js app is now live on Vercel! I hope this tutorial has demystified the deployment process for you. If you have any questions or run into issues, drop them in the comments below. Thanks for tuning in, and I'll catch you in the next one!