Quick Guide: Start a Blog with Next.js

TheDevStory
2 min readMar 13, 2024

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My content always has many shortcomings. If you have any opinions or criticisms that you disagree with, please leave them. I will study to improve further.

Thank you.

Want to get your blog off the ground but pressed for time? With Next.js and a handy template, you’re just 5 minutes away from going live. Here’s your quick start guide:

Step 1: Grab the Template

Start with the blog-starter template from GitHub. It’s designed to get you blogging without delay.

Step 2: Set It Up

Open your terminal and run:

npx create-next-app --example blog-starter blog-starter-app

This command sets up a new blog project named “blog-starter-app,” pulling in all you need to hit the ground running.

Step 3: Make It Yours

Now it’s time to add your personal touch. Customize the look, craft your posts, and make the blog truly your own.

Step 4: Go Live

Link your project to GitHub to manage your work with ease. For hosting, deploy to Vercel for a fast, global reach with zero fuss.

That’s all there is to it! With Next.js, GitHub, and Vercel, you’re equipped to share your voice with the world — and it only takes 5 minutes to start.

The result : https://dev-story-blog.vercel.app/

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TheDevStory

A web developer crafting online experiences. Also football(soccer) coach and Spanish Learner.