Question 1

Is Next.js Starter still maintained or safe to use?

Accepted Answer

No, it's archived and no longer maintained, so it may have security issues or incompatibilities with current Next.js versions. The README recommends using official Next.js examples or NextAuth.js for up-to-date solutions.

Question 2

How to add authentication to Next.js without Express?

Accepted Answer

Use NextAuth.js, a modern library that integrates with Next.js API routes and supports multiple providers. It simplifies setup by eliminating the need for a custom Express server, unlike this starter's Passport.js approach.

Question 3

Next.js Starter vs official Create Next App: which should I choose?

Accepted Answer

Create Next App is the minimal, official starter that's actively maintained, while Next.js Starter was feature-rich but archived. For modern projects, start with Create Next App and add libraries like NextAuth.js as needed.

Question 4

What are the best alternatives to Next.js Starter in 2023?

Accepted Answer

Consider official Next.js examples, NextAuth.js for authentication, or community starters like nextjs-boilerplate. These leverage current features like API routes and have active development, avoiding the outdated Express setup.

Question 5

How to migrate from Next.js Starter to a newer Next.js setup?

Accepted Answer

Replace Passport.js authentication with NextAuth.js, convert Express routes to Next.js API routes, and update styling to use modern CSS modules or Tailwind. Refer to Next.js documentation for migration guidance.

Question 6

Can I still deploy Next.js Starter to Vercel?

Accepted Answer

Technically yes, but it uses the outdated Now 1.0 platform, which may cause warnings or issues. Vercel now supports Now 2.0, so you'd need to update the deployment configuration, making it less straightforward.

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