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Payload

The "Awesome Payload" project is a curated collection of resources for Payload, an open-source headless CMS designed specifically for Next.js applications. Payload offers a powerful and flexible content management system that allows developers to build custom applications with ease. This list includes plugins, integrations, tutorials, and community resources that enhance the Payload experience. It is beneficial for developers of all skill levels, from beginners looking to understand headless CMS concepts to experienced developers seeking advanced tools and techniques. Explore this collection to unlock the full potential of Payload in your Next.js projects.

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Table of Contents

7 sections · 33 projects

Official

6 projects
PayloadPayload

An open-source, fullstack Next.js framework that provides a TypeScript backend and admin panel, usable as a headless CMS or for building applications.

#typescript-backend#open-source#nextjs-framework
Stars43,759
Forks3,968
Last commit5 hours ago
Payload Guides & Tutorials

payloadcms.com
YouTube

youtube.com
Discord

discord.gg
X (Twitter)

twitter.com
Reddit

reddit.com

YouTube channels

7 projects
Aaron Saunders

youtube.com
All About Payload

youtube.com
Danail Minchev

youtube.com
Learn Payload with Colyn

youtube.com
NLV Codes

youtube.com
Sam Thoyre

youtube.com
Studio Monty

youtube.com

Examples

5 projects
Official examplesOfficial examples

An open-source, fullstack Next.js framework that provides a TypeScript backend and admin panel, usable as a headless CMS or for building applications.

#open-source-cms#typescript-backend#vercel-deployment
Stars43,759
Forks3,968
Last commit5 hours ago
Payload websitePayload website

The official Next.js website for Payload CMS, built with Payload itself to showcase its capabilities.

#graphql#nextjs#payload-cms
Stars624
Forks197
Last commit23 days ago
DanailMinchev / payload-clerk-exampleDanailMinchev / payload-clerk-example

An example integration of Payload CMS with Clerk authentication, demonstrating user management and role-based access control.

#playwright#payload-template#authentication
Stars20
Forks6
Last commit1 month ago
Payload and Clerk example

youtube.com
Payload and Clerk advanced integration

youtube.com

Blogs

1 projects
Adrian Maj

adrianmaj.com

Articles

3 projects
The Listener Pattern in Payload

thelastcode.substack.com
Payload: 2FA Implementation

zarif.dev
Creating a Color Picker

medium.com

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