Software Development · PPL

Next.js Developer Certification

A specialist-level program designed to develop practical skills in building modern, scalable, high-performance web applications using Next.js, React, routing, rendering, APIs, data fetching, and deployment.

  • 3 DaysDuration
  • PPLAccredited
  • 3 LanguagesArabic · English · Hindi
  • ₹13,999.00 Per delegate

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— The journey

Course Outline

What the programme covers, module by module.

Module 1: Introduction to Next.js

  • Next.js overview
  • React framework concepts
  • Next.js ecosystem
  • Key features
  • Application use cases
  • Development workflow

Module 2: Next.js Environment Setup

  • Node.js requirements
  • Project creation
  • Development server
  • Project configuration
  • Folder structure
  • Development tools

Module 3: Next.js Application Architecture

  • App Router
  • App directory
  • Pages
  • Layouts
  • File conventions
  • Application organisation

Module 4: React Fundamentals for Next.js

  • Components
  • Props
  • State concepts
  • Event handling
  • Component composition
  • Reusable interfaces

Module 5: Routing Fundamentals

  • File-based routing
  • Routes
  • Nested routes
  • Route groups
  • Navigation
  • Linking between pages

Module 6: Dynamic & Advanced Routing

  • Dynamic segments
  • Catch-all segments
  • Optional segments
  • Route parameters
  • Search parameters
  • Advanced route organisation

Module 7: Layouts & Templates

  • Root layouts
  • Nested layouts
  • Templates
  • Shared interfaces
  • Metadata
  • Layout composition

Module 8: Server & Client Components

  • Server Components
  • Client Components
  • Component boundaries
  • Client directives
  • Server-side logic
  • Component selection

Module 9: Rendering Strategies

  • Server-side rendering
  • Static rendering
  • Dynamic rendering
  • Pre-rendering concepts
  • Rendering decisions
  • Performance considerations

Module 10: Data Fetching

  • Server-side data fetching
  • Fetch API
  • Asynchronous components
  • External APIs
  • Database data
  • Data-fetching patterns

Module 11: Caching & Revalidation

  • Caching concepts
  • Request caching
  • Data caching
  • Revalidation
  • Dynamic data
  • Cache management

Module 12: Loading, Error & Not-Found Interfaces

  • Loading states
  • Error handling
  • Error boundaries
  • Not-found pages
  • Suspense concepts
  • User experience

Module 13: Forms & Server Actions

  • Form handling
  • Server Actions
  • Form submissions
  • Input validation
  • Form state
  • Error feedback

Module 14: API Development & Route Handlers

  • Route Handlers
  • HTTP methods
  • Request processing
  • JSON responses
  • REST API concepts
  • API organisation

Module 15: Database Integration

  • Database connectivity
  • Data models
  • CRUD operations
  • Server-side queries
  • ORM concepts
  • Data persistence

Module 16: Authentication & Authorisation

  • Authentication concepts
  • Login workflows
  • Sessions
  • Protected routes
  • Roles and permissions
  • Access control

Module 17: Middleware

  • Middleware concepts
  • Request interception
  • Redirects
  • Rewrites
  • Route protection
  • Middleware use cases

Module 18: Styling Next.js Applications

  • CSS Modules
  • Global CSS
  • Responsive design
  • Component styling
  • Utility-based styling concepts
  • UI organisation

Module 19: Images, Fonts & Performance Optimisation

  • Image optimisation
  • Font optimisation
  • Lazy loading
  • Code splitting
  • Bundle considerations
  • Performance practices

Module 20: SEO & Metadata

  • Metadata API
  • Page titles
  • Meta descriptions
  • Dynamic metadata
  • Social metadata
  • Search visibility

Module 21: Testing, Debugging & Security

  • Component testing concepts
  • Application testing
  • Debugging
  • Environment variables
  • Input security
  • Secure development practices

Module 22: Deployment & Production Readiness

  • Production builds
  • Environment configuration
  • Deployment strategies
  • Performance verification
  • Monitoring concepts
  • Application maintenance
— 01.2 · Is it right for you?

Who it's for & what's included

Pick a delivery method to see exactly who it suits and everything you receive.

Who it's for

Classroom

Best for learners who want face-to-face tuition and to network with peers in person.

What's included

Everything you get

  • Live instructor on-site
  • Printed workbook & materials
  • Group exercises & case studies
Who it's for

Online Instructor-Led

Best for learners who want a live instructor and a fixed schedule, without the travel.

What's included

Everything you get

  • Live instructor via video call
  • Digital workbook & resources
  • Session recordings
Who it's for

Self-Paced

Best for self-motivated learners who need maximum flexibility around work and life.

What's included

Everything you get

  • On-demand video lessons
  • Interactive quizzes
  • 24/7 access on any device
— About this course

Course Overview

The Next.js Developer program equips working professionals with practical skills for developing production-ready web applications using Next.js and React. Participants learn project architecture, App Router, components, layouts, routing, rendering strategies, Server and Client Components, data fetching, API development, forms, authentication, databases, middleware, caching, optimisation, testing, security, and deployment.

— What you will master

Course Objectives

01

Understand Next.js architecture and its relationship with React.

02

Build structured applications using App Router, layouts, components, and file-based routing.

03

Apply Server and Client Components appropriately within modern Next.js applications.

04

Use suitable rendering, data-fetching, caching, and revalidation strategies.

05

Develop forms, Server Actions, APIs, and database-driven functionality.

06

Implement authentication, authorisation, middleware, and protected application routes.

07

Optimise applications for performance, responsive interfaces, metadata, and search visibility.

08

Test, debug, secure, deploy, and maintain production-ready Next.js applications.

— Questions answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should attend this course?
The course is suitable for React developers, front-end developers, full-stack developers, JavaScript developers, software engineers, and working professionals interested in modern web application development.
What knowledge should I have before starting?
Basic JavaScript and React knowledge is recommended. Familiarity with HTML, CSS, APIs, and modern web development concepts will also be helpful.
Does the course cover the Next.js App Router?
Yes. The program covers App Router architecture, layouts, nested and dynamic routes, Server and Client Components, loading states, error handling, and related concepts.
Does the course cover backend development?
Yes. Participants learn Route Handlers, Server Actions, database integration, CRUD operations, authentication, middleware, and server-side application logic.
Does the course cover performance optimisation?
Yes. The program covers rendering strategies, caching, revalidation, image and font optimisation, lazy loading, code splitting, and other performance practices.
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