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Next-Level Web Dev: Frameworks, AI Tools, and Open Source

March 22, 2023•6 min read

The web development landscape continues to evolve at breakneck speed, driven by powerful frameworks, innovative AI tools, and a vibrant open-source community.

The Next.js Ecosystem:

Next.js remains a dominant force, particularly when paired with TypeScript. Features like Server Actions streamline form submissions, and integrating OpenGraph tags is standard practice for SEO and social sharing. Deployment is often synonymous with Vercel, celebrated for its seamless "one-click deploy" experience.

Styling frequently involves the combination of Tailwind CSS and component libraries like shadcn/ui, offering rapid development and consistent design.

AI-Powered UI Generation: v0

v0 by Vercel is changing the game for UI development. By providing detailed, structured prompts, developers can generate complex interfaces almost instantly. Combining v0 with backend services like Supabase (for authentication, database, and storage) enables the creation of functional web apps in a "one-shot" manner. The key lies in refining the prompt before generation, clearly specifying integrations and tackling complex parts first.

Open Source Contributions:

Sharing knowledge and tools benefits everyone. A great example is the Open-Source Waitlist Landing Page Boilerplate:

  • Built with Next.js 15, TypeScript, Server Actions, Tailwind CSS, and shadcn/ui.
  • Cleverly uses Google Sheets as a free, simple database alternative – perfect for MVPs and side projects. Why Google Sheets? Zero cost, no complex setup, familiar interface, easy data handling, and automation potential via Zapier/Make.
  • Features dark/light themes and Vercel deployment.

This project embodies the "build in public" ethos, offering a valuable resource while showcasing modern web development techniques. Stop paying for waitlist services and own your data!

From Prompt to Production: SLOTKIT

Pushing the boundaries of AI-driven development, SLOTKIT, an AI appointment booking app, was built largely "in one shot" using v0. It integrates Supabase and the Gemini API (via the AI SDK), demonstrating the power of detailed prompting for creating production-ready applications. It's planned for open-sourcing soon.

Other Projects & Practices:

Developers are constantly building and sharing:

  • Improving existing projects like vexorpay.com.
  • Creating tools like Docs-Gen, a free CodeGuide alternative built with v0, AI SDK, and Supabase Auth for generating project documentation.
  • Developing niche applications like a Text-to-Video Animation Tool.
  • Sharing design resources like Canva templates.

The community thrives on sharing progress, asking questions, and even pointing out bugs (like a 404 on a forgot password page!).