Generix is a repository of generic project templates, providing a starting point for building common types of applications like a CMS, SHOP, LANDING PAGE, BLOG, and more. Each project includes separate frontend and backend folders, with a focus on using modern, scalable technologies and best practices.
The repository is organized as follows:
/generix
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├── cms
├── shop
├── landing-page
└── blog
Each folder contains the respective frontend and backend implementations, designed to work seamlessly together. The projects are built with TypeScript to ensure type safety and maintainability.
For the Generix project, we have chosen Next.js as the primary framework. Next.js offers a powerful combination of features that makes it ideal for developing modern web applications:
- Next.js (Full-Stack, SSR/SSG)
- Pros:
- Built-in SSR (Server-Side Rendering) and SSG (Static Site Generation) to optimize performance and SEO.
- Extensive ecosystem and large community support.
- Flexible enough to handle both simple and complex projects with ease.
- Built-in API routes enable the creation of serverless functions for backend logic.
- Automatic code splitting, image optimization, and TypeScript support out-of-the-box.
- Cons:
- More opinionated about folder structure and project setup, which might be limiting for highly custom setups.
- Pros:
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Frontend: Each frontend is built using Next.js with TypeScript. The frontend leverages Next.js's capabilities for SSR/SSG, dynamic routing, and API routes. It also uses popular libraries like React, Axios (or Fetch API), and styled-components (or Tailwind CSS) for building responsive and dynamic user interfaces.
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Backend: The backend in each project uses Next.js's API routes for handling server-side logic, CRUD operations, and interactions with databases. This allows the application to have a seamless integration between frontend and backend within the same project.
Next.js projects can be deployed to various platforms, including:
- Vercel (Recommended): The creators of Next.js provide seamless deployment and hosting with zero configuration needed.
- AWS EC2: Deploying to AWS EC2 offers greater control over the environment and scaling, suitable for custom or enterprise deployments.
- Docker: Containerizing your Next.js application with Docker allows consistent deployments across different environments.
- Netlify: Another popular platform for deploying static sites and serverless functions, supporting Next.js as well.
To get started with any of the templates in the Generix repository:
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Clone the repository and navigate to the desired project template:
git clone https://github.com/yourusername/generix.git cd generix/cms
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Install the dependencies:
npm install
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Build the project:
npm run build
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Run the project locally:
npm start
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Deploy the project to your preferred platform following the deployment guide provided.