Firebase Firestore with Next.js for Scalable Web Apps

Firebase Firestore is a powerful NoSQL database offered by Google, designed for real-time data synchronization and scalability. When combined with Next.js, a React-based framework, you can build dynamic, server-rendered, and scalable web applications. This tutorial will guide you through integrating Firebase Firestore with Next.js. Prerequisites Before we start, ensure you have the following: Node.js installed (preferably version 16 or later). A basic understanding of JavaScript/TypeScript and React. A Firebase project set up in the Firebase Console. Next.js installed in your project. If not, create a new Next.js app by running: npx create-next-app@latest my-next-app cd my-next-app Step 1: Set Up Firebase Firestore Log in to the Firebase Console and select your project. Navigate to Build > Firestore Database and click Create Database. Select a starting mode (" Test Mode " is recommended for development) and choose the Firestore location closest to your users. Step 2:...