Tech Stack

Sample Tech Stack

Introduction

This documentation outlines the technology stack used in a cutting-edge web application starter template powered by Next.js. The stack is designed for modern development, integrating robust frameworks, authentication, databases, payment solutions, and responsive design practices.

Overview of Tech Stack

Category	Technology
Framework	Next.js (App Router)
Authentication	Clerk
Database	Supabase
Styling	Tailwind CSS
Payments	Stripe
UI Components	Shadcn/UI
Deployment	Vercel
Email	Resend

Core Technologies

1. Next.js (App Router)

Next.js provides server-side rendering, API routes, and optimized performance. The App Router simplifies navigation and structure.

• Server-side rendering
• API routes
• Optimized performance

2. Authentication (Clerk)

Clerk handles secure user management with features that include:

• Secure user authentication
• Social login integrations
• Role-based access control

3. Database (Supabase)

Supabase offers powerful SQL capabilities coupled with real-time features.

• Real-time data synchronization
• SQL-based queries
• Built-in row-level security

4. Payments (Stripe)

Stripe integration facilitates seamless and secure transaction processing:

• Secure payment handling
• Subscription management
• Usage-based billing

5. UI & Styling (Tailwind CSS)

Tailwind CSS provides a flexible, responsive styling solution:

• Responsive and adaptive layouts
• Customizable component library
• Dark/light mode support

6. UI Components (Shadcn/UI)

Pre-designed UI components for fast and consistent UI development.

7. Deployment (Vercel)

Reliable, scalable hosting optimized specifically for Next.js applications.

8. Email (Resend)

Effective email communication solutions integrated seamlessly into the stack.

Additional Features

Responsive Design

Ensure optimal performance and user experience on all devices:

• Mobile-first approach
• Cross-device compatibility
• Adaptive layouts

Project Structure

A clear, organized project structure facilitates ease of maintenance and scalability. Here is one example:

project/
├── documentation/        # Generated documentation
├── public/               # Static assets
├── src/                  # Source code root
│   ├── app/              # Next.js app router pages
│   ├── components/       # React components
│   ├── hooks/            # Integration hooks
│   ├── lib/              # Library functions
│   ├── styles/           # Global styles
│   ├── supabase/         # Supabase functions
│   ├── utils/            # Utility functions
├── tests/                # Test suites
│   ├── integration/      # Integration tests
│   └── unit/             # Unit tests

(If you are using next.js template, another approach is to take a screenshot of the folders it generates in Visual Studio to give to Cursor IDE.)

Getting Started

Create free accounts to begin development:

• Clerk
• Supabase
• Stripe
• Vercel
• Resend

For troubleshooting, use resources such as Perplexity.

Get the basics to help you build an MVP using a sample starter kit.