Fractional CTO for Next.js
Next.js is the leading React framework for production, offering server-side rendering, static generation, and the new App Router with React Server Components. As fractional CTOs, we guide companies th...
Expert Next.js Leadership
Next.js is the leading React framework for production, offering server-side rendering, static generation, and the new App Router with React Server Components. As fractional CTOs, we guide companies through Next.js architecture decisions, migration strategies, and performance optimization to build fast, SEO-friendly applications.
Landing page: 2-4 weeks, MVP: 6-10 weeks, Full application: 3-6 months
$30,000-$150,000 depending on scope
Why Choose Us
- Built-in performance optimization with zero config
- Excellent SEO capabilities out of the box
- Vercel deployment provides enterprise-grade infrastructure
- Full-stack capabilities reduce infrastructure complexity
- Industry standard backed by Vercel with strong ecosystem
Common Next.js Challenges We Solve
Choosing between Pages Router and App Router architectures
Understanding when to use Server vs Client Components
Implementing effective caching strategies with ISR and on-demand revalidation
Managing complex data fetching patterns across server and client
Optimizing build times for large applications
Setting up proper deployment on Vercel vs self-hosted
Handling authentication with middleware and route protection
SEO optimization for dynamic and programmatic pages
Next.js Best Practices
Use App Router for new projects (Pages Router for legacy)
Default to Server Components, use 'use client' sparingly
Implement proper loading and error states at route segments
Use Route Handlers for API endpoints in App Router
Leverage Parallel Routes for complex layouts
Implement proper image optimization with next/image
Use generateStaticParams for programmatic SEO pages
Set up proper caching headers and revalidation strategies
Complementary Technologies
Scaling Considerations
Vercel handles scaling automatically for most use cases. Self-hosting requires proper CDN and edge caching. Consider ISR with on-demand revalidation for high-traffic dynamic content.
Security Considerations
Implement middleware for route protection, use Server Actions with proper validation, secure API routes with authentication checks, never expose sensitive environment variables to client.
Performance Optimization
Leverage automatic code splitting, use Suspense for streaming, implement proper image optimization, minimize client-side JavaScript, use edge middleware for latency-sensitive operations.
Success Story
Pre-seed e-commerce startup needing fast launch
Challenge
Needed to launch 500+ product pages with excellent SEO in 8 weeks. Previous agency quoted 16 weeks and $200K.
Solution
Fractional CTO architected Next.js solution with ISR for product pages, implemented programmatic SEO patterns, deployed on Vercel.
Result
Launched 500+ pages with 95+ Lighthouse scores. Achieved first page rankings within 3 months. Total cost $45K including development.
Timeline: 7 weeks
Recommended Team Structure
Next.js allows full-stack development, reducing team size needs. Typical: 2-4 full-stack developers can build and maintain substantial applications.
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