Kids IT Courses

Winter Kids Next JS Certification Course

Next JS Course for Kids

Definition

Next.js helps build websites. Kids make fast web pages.

• It uses JavaScript language. Easy and fun to learn.

• Kids create pages that load quick. Better for visitors online.

• They learn to use React. A tool for building apps.

• Kids add cool features. Make websites interactive.

• It teaches coding and design. Work together in projects.

• Prepares kids for future tech. Web skills are very helpful.


Importance

• Next.js helps build websites. Fast and easy to use.

• Kids learn to make pages. That load very quickly.

• It uses React coding. A popular tool today.

•Kids create cool apps. With smart features inside.

• They learn to organize code. Keep projects neat and clear.

• It teaches real web skills. For future tech jobs.

• Next.js makes learning fun. Kids build projects with joy.


Advantages for Freelancing

• Next.js helps build fast websites. Kids make pages that load quickly.

• It uses JavaScript language. Easy and fun to learn.

• Kids create apps that work everywhere. On phones and computers.

• It helps make websites secure. Keeping data safe online.

• Kids learn to add cool features. Like animations and buttons.

• It teaches teamwork skills. Working on fun projects together.

• Prepares kids for future tech jobs. Web skills are very useful.

Session 1 : Introduction to Next JS

  • What is Next JS and why it’s ideal for building fast, SEO-friendly web apps

  • Real-life example: A website that loads fast and is easily searchable on Google (server-side rendering)

  • Setting up Next JS project with Create Next App

  • The power of SSR (Server-Side Rendering) and SSG (Static Site Generation)

  • Activity: Create your first Next JS app with a basic page

Session 2 : Pages and Routing in Next JS

  • Understanding file-based routing in Next JS

  • Real-life example: A library where each shelf is a page (pages in Next JS)

  • How to create new pages and set up navigation links

  • Dynamic routing with file names and parameters

  • Activity: Create a multi-page app with navigation between different pages

Session 3 : Static Site Generation (SSG) with Next JS

  • What is Static Site Generation (SSG) and when to use it

  • Real-life example: A printed book (static content ready to go)

  • How to use getStaticProps() for fetching data at build time

  • Activity: Build a static page that fetches data from an API and displays it

Session 4 : Server-Side Rendering (SSR) in Next JS

  • What is Server-Side Rendering (SSR) and why it’s important for SEO

  • Real-life example: A chef preparing a meal when ordered (SSR fetches data on demand)

  • How to use getServerSideProps() to fetch data on each request

  • Activity: Create a page that fetches data using SSR

Session 5 : Client-Side Rendering (CSR) in Next JS

  • What is Client-Side Rendering (CSR) and how it complements SSR and SSG

  • Real-life example: A dynamic dashboard that updates on the user’s interaction (CSR)

  • Using React hooks (useState(), useEffect()) in Next JS for CSR

  • Activity: Build an interactive page that fetches data after the page has loaded

Session 6 : API Routes in Next JS

  • What are API routes in Next JS and how to handle backend logic

  • Real-life example: A food delivery app with APIs for orders, payments, etc.

  • Creating serverless functions with Next JS API routes

  • Activity: Create a basic API route to handle form submissions

Session 7 : Optimizing Performance in Next JS

  • Best practices for optimizing performance in Next JS apps

  • Real-life example: A fast food restaurant that prepares food quickly (optimization)

  • Using image optimization with the next/image component

  • Lazy loading components and dynamic imports for performance

  • Activity: Implement image optimization and lazy loading in your app

Session 8 : Final Project – Build a Complete Next JS App

  • Plan and build a full-featured Next JS app using SSR, SSG, and API routes

  • Use client-side rendering, server-side rendering, and static generation to optimize your app

  • Test the app for performance and SEO using Next JS tools

  • Activity: Present your final project, explaining how you used different Next JS features

Bonus Materials

  • Next JS cheat sheet with SSR, SSG, and API route syntax

  • List of resources for learning advanced Next JS features

  • Links to useful Next JS plugins and libraries

  • Interactive coding challenges and quizzes

  • Certificate of Completion for Next JS Basics