NextJS Deployment Guide: Hosting on DigitalOcean with Linux

Name: NextJS Deployment Guide: Hosting on DigitalOcean with Linux
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Deployment Made Easy - Host your NextJS application on DigitalOcean (Ubuntu Linux) using Nginx as a reverse proxy

Created byArmin Sarajlic

Last updated 9/2023

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What you'll learn

Deploy a NextJS application to a DigitalOcean Droplet running Ubuntu Linux
Set up and configure a DigitalOcean server for hosting NextJS projects with Nginx
Secure your NextJS application and server using best practices
Acquire and configure a domain for your application, including domain registration and DNS settings
Configure domain name settings for your application on DigitalOcean
Monitor and manage server resources and logs effectively

Course content

3 sections • 13 lectures • 47m total length

Introduction to the course2:39
Launch a practical Next.js deployment on DigitalOcean with Linux, covering SSH access, firewall setup, domain and DNS configuration, Nginx and PM2, Git deployment, HTTPS with SSL, and log monitoring.
Course requirements - Everything you need1:34
Review the prerequisites for deploying on DigitalOcean, including a DigitalOcean account with billing, a domain registrar, a GitHub account, and a Next.js project.

Preparing the Next.js project for deployment2:18
Prepare Next.js project for deployment by creating a sample blog app with npx create next app, run locally with npm run dev, and outline deploying to Linux server on Digitalocean.
Creating an Ubuntu Linux droplet on DigitalOcean4:08
Create a new Digital Ocean project and spin up an Ubuntu Linux droplet to host your Next.js site, select region, latest Ubuntu LTS, and password authentication, then note the IP.
Connecting to the server3:07
Connect to your Linux server over ssh using the root user and the server's DigitalOcean ip address, then configure a basic firewall and verify ssh access.
Purchasing a domain and configuring the DNS3:08
Purchase a domain, configure custom DNS with DigitalOcean name servers, add the domain in DigitalOcean, create root and www records pointing to the Ubuntu server, then monitor DNS propagation.

Installing NGINX5:40
Install Nginx on a Linux server and configure it as a reverse proxy. Update packages, adjust the firewall for http traffic, and verify the service status and default Nginx page.
Pushing the Next.js project to GitHub1:20
Push your Next.js project to a private GitHub repository by adding origin with the https URL and pushing your changes, then clone it to your Linux server.
Adding the Next.js project to the server8:35
Clone the Next.js project from a GitHub repo to a Linux server via SSH, configure an SSH key, install dependencies, upgrade Node.js to v18, then build production.
Installing PM21:45
Install PM2 globally, a process manager, to keep the Next.js app running on the server; start the app with PM2 and enable startup on reboot for automatic restarts.
Configuring NGINX as a reverse proxy6:08
Configure nginx as a reverse proxy to forward requests from port 80 to the next.js app on port 3000, including domain setup and essential nginx configurations.
Enabling HTTPS and obtaining SSL certificates3:47
Enable https and secure your next.js deployment on Linux by installing certbot, configuring nginx, and obtaining and renewing ssl certificates with dry runs to guard against man-in-the-middle attacks.
Monitoring logs, deploying updates, and managing server resources3:17
Monitor production logs with PM2 to diagnose issues quickly. Deploy updates by pulling from GitHub, rebuilding, and restarting the process, and resize the DigitalOcean droplet after powering off.

Requirements

No prior Linux or deployment skills are required

Description

Share your beautiful NextJS creations with the world by using this NextJS DigitalOcean deployment course. If you're a NextJS developer ready to take your web application live, this course is your ultimate guide.

In this hands-on training, you'll learn how to deploy your NextJS projects effortlessly on a DigitalOcean Droplet powered by Ubuntu Linux. I'll demystify the process of setting up and configuring NGINX as a reverse proxy server, optimizing your application's performance and security.

Security is always important when it comes to deployment, and I'll teach you best practices to secure your NextJS application and the hosting server, ensuring data protection and user trust. Plus, you'll master the art of domain management, from acquisition to configuration, including domain registration and DNS settings.

This course is designed for those who prefer learning by doing. Through practical, real-world examples and step-by-step guidance, you'll gain the confidence to deploy your NextJS projects. By the end of this course, you'll not only have a deployed NextJS application but also the skills to deploy future projects independently.

Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting your journey, this course caters to NextJS enthusiasts, students, aspiring developers, freelancers, and entrepreneurs looking to showcase their work or launch startups.

No prior Linux or deployment skills are required. Enroll now and embark on your journey to effortless NextJS deployment on DigitalOcean. Bring your projects to Life!

Who this course is for:

NextJS Developers: If you already have NextJS project that's ready to go live, and want to learn how to deploy it, this course is perfect for you
Students and Aspiring Developers: If you're a web developer looking to expand your skills and gain practical experience in deploying web applications, this course provides hands-on training
Freelancers and Entrepreneurs: Freelancers and entrepreneurs who want to deploy their NextJS projects to showcase their work or launch their startups will find this course valuable

NextJS Deployment Guide: Hosting on DigitalOcean with Linux

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Introduction2 lectures • 4min

Getting started4 lectures • 13min

Configuring the server7 lectures • 31min

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