The website was built using Next.js, a powerful React-based framework that enables server-side rendering and optimized performance. Next.js was chosen for its ability to create a highly responsive and SEO-friendly website, while also offering a smooth user experience.
Key Features: -Custom Admin Dashboard: A standout feature of the NailScape Studio website is the fully functional admin dashboard, built to allow the business owner to easily manage and update the portfolio. Through the dashboard, the user can add, edit, or remove portfolio entries (including images and descriptions) without needing any technical expertise. The back-end is powered by Next.js API routes and a MySQL database for storing the portfolio data, making the entire process seamless and efficient. -Responsive Design: Built to be fully responsive, the site offers a smooth browsing experience across all devices, from mobile phones to desktops. This ensures that users can explore the salon's portfolio and services with ease, no matter where they are. -Interactive Portfolio: The portfolio section showcases high-quality images of the salon’s work, with a lightbox feature for users to view detailed images. The site structure allows easy expansion, making it future-proof as the portfolio grows. -Contact and Booking Integration: The site includes integrated contact and booking forms, streamlining the process for clients to schedule appointments or get in touch.
Technologies Used: -Next.js: The site’s core framework, providing server-side rendering for better SEO and optimized load times. -React: For building dynamic and interactive UI components. -Sass: Used to manage and scale the site’s styles efficiently. -MySQL: For storing dynamic content such as portfolio entries and form submissions. -API Routes: Custom Next.js API routes were used to manage the back-end operations and database interactions.
Future Enhancements: -Advanced Animations: Future updates may include more advanced animations, particularly for portfolio transitions and the Welcome screen. -Client Reviews Section: I plan to add a section where clients can leave reviews, further enhancing the site’s user engagement and credibility.
By leveraging Next.js, this project combines a custom front-end with a powerful back-end system, ensuring a smooth experience for both users and the site owner.