Getting Started with NextPress

Welcome to NextPress! This guide will walk you through the essential steps to get your project up and running.

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Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you have the following installed:

• Node.js (v16.x or later)
• npm or Yarn
• PostgreSQL or another supported database
• Docker or OrbStack

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Setup Instructions

1. Clone the Repository

Start by cloning the project repository:

2. Install Dependencies

Install the required dependencies with either npm or Yarn:

With npm

Or with Yarn

3. Configure Environment Variables

Create a .env file in the root of your project:

The defaults here will use the included dockerfile provided images

4. Set Up Prisma

Run Migrations Apply database migrations:

This will set up your database tables based on the schema.prisma file.

Verify Prisma Setup You can visualize your database schema with the Prisma Studio:

5. Start the Development Server

Run the development server:

Visit http://localhost:3000 in your browser to see your application.

6. Commands

Here are some useful commands for working with the project:

• Start Development Server: npm run dev
• Build for Production: npm run build
• Run Migrations: npx prisma migrate dev
• Generate Prisma Client: npx prisma generate
• Open Prisma Studio: npx prisma studio

7. Deploying Your Project

Build your project for production:

Use a deployment platform like Vercel or Netlify.

You will also need a database server, such as Neon

Follow the respective platform's instructions for deploying a Next.js project.

Learn More

To learn more about the tools used in this project, check out the following resources:

• Next.js Documentation
• Prisma Documentation
• Tailwind CSS Documentation

Happy coding! 🎉