Mihai Dobre
Custom React Applications UK

Next.js Development

Professional Next.js development services. Custom web applications, server-side rendering, static site generation, and full-stack React solutions built for performance and scalability.

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What I do

Full-service Next.js development covering custom web applications, server-side rendering, static site generation, API development, and third-party integrations. Building modern React applications that perform.

Custom Web Applications

Bespoke Next.js applications built from scratch. Tailored solutions with clean architecture, scalable code, and modern React patterns.

Server-Side Rendering

Implementing SSR for improved SEO and initial load performance. Dynamic content rendered on the server for faster time-to-content.

Static Site Generation

Building fast, cacheable static pages with SSG. Pre-rendered content for optimal performance and CDN deployment.

API Development

Building REST and GraphQL APIs with Next.js API routes. Backend functionality integrated within the Next.js application.

Third-Party Integrations

Connecting Next.js applications with external APIs, services, and platforms. Stripe, authentication providers, CMS platforms, and more.

Performance Optimisation

Implementing Next.js optimisations including image optimisation, code splitting, and incremental static regeneration for maximum speed.

Business Impact

Problems I solve

Helping businesses build fast, scalable React applications with proper SEO and performance. Moving beyond client-side rendering limitations to deliver production-ready Next.js solutions.

The Problem

Slow React applications with poor initial load performance and SEO

The Solution

Implementing server-side rendering and static generation to deliver pre-rendered HTML. Faster time-to-content and search engine visibility.

Fast, SEO-friendly applications that rank well and load quickly

The Problem

Complex full-stack architecture requiring separate frontend and backend

The Solution

Building unified Next.js applications with API routes handling backend logic. Simplified deployment and reduced infrastructure complexity.

Streamlined architecture with easier maintenance and deployment

The Problem

Need modern React features without framework complexity

The Solution

Leveraging Next.js built-in features like routing, data fetching, and optimisations. Production-ready React without configuration overhead.

Modern React applications with best practices built in

The Problem

Scalability concerns as application grows in complexity

The Solution

Architecting Next.js applications with modular structure, efficient data fetching strategies, and scalable patterns from the start.

Applications that scale efficiently with growing requirements
Tech Stack

Technologies I work with

Modern Next.js and React ecosystem. Using current best practices and proven tools for efficient, maintainable full-stack development.

Next.js Core

Next.js 14+App RouterPages RouterServer ComponentsServer ActionsISR

Frontend

React 18+TypeScriptTailwind CSSJavaScriptHTML5CSS3

Backend & API

Next.js API RoutesNode.jsREST APIsGraphQLtRPCServerless Functions

Database

PostgreSQLMySQLMongoDBPrismaDrizzle ORMRedis

Authentication

NextAuth.jsAuth.jsClerkSupabase AuthJWTSession Management

DevOps & Cloud

VercelAWSDockerGitHub ActionsCI/CDEdge Functions
Process

How it works

A structured approach to building your Next.js application. Regular updates and testing ensure the final product meets your requirements.

01

Discovery

Understanding your requirements, target users, and technical needs. Discussing rendering strategy, data requirements, and integration needs.

02

Planning

Creating technical architecture, selecting appropriate Next.js features, and defining project timeline. Setting up development environment.

03

Development

Building your Next.js application iteratively. Implementing components, API routes, and integrations with regular testing and updates.

04

Launch & Support

Deploying to production, configuring hosting, and optimising performance. Providing documentation and ongoing support as needed.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about Next.js development. If you have a specific question not covered here, feel free to get in touch.

Use Next.js when you need server-side rendering for SEO, static site generation for performance, or full-stack capabilities with API routes. Choose plain React for dashboards or internal apps where SEO is not critical. Next.js provides better performance out of the box with automatic code splitting, image optimisation, and simplified deployment.

SSR (Server-Side Rendering) renders pages on each request - ideal for dynamic, personalised content. SSG (Static Site Generation) pre-renders pages at build time - best for content that rarely changes. ISR (Incremental Static Regeneration) updates static pages in the background - suitable for content that changes periodically. The choice depends on content freshness requirements and traffic patterns.

Yes. Migration involves restructuring components to use Next.js routing, implementing data fetching methods (getServerSideProps, getStaticProps), and configuring server-side rendering where beneficial. The process can be incremental - migrating pages one at a time while keeping the app functional. Typical migration takes 2-6 weeks depending on app complexity.

Yes. I build bespoke Next.js applications with custom architectures tailored to your requirements. This includes selecting appropriate rendering strategies, designing scalable folder structures, implementing authentication, integrating third-party APIs, and setting up CI/CD pipelines. Each project is built for long-term maintainability.

Vercel provides the best experience with automatic optimisations for Next.js features including ISR, image optimisation, and edge functions. AWS, Netlify, and other platforms also work well for specific requirements. I advise on the best option based on your performance needs, budget, and existing infrastructure.

Yes. Next.js connects to any backend via REST or GraphQL APIs. Next.js API routes can act as middleware between frontend and backend services, handling authentication, rate limiting, or data transformation. This allows gradual modernisation without replacing existing infrastructure.

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Tell me about your Next.js requirements. I will review your needs and get back to you with initial thoughts and next steps.