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Supper Club × Next.js on AWS + Serverless with Dax Raad

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Mar 17, 2023
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Dax Raad
Dax Raad, an open-source developer renowned for his contributions to SST and Open Next.js, dives into the intricacies of serverless infrastructure. He discusses the challenges of building on AWS, contrasting it with more user-friendly alternatives. The conversation highlights the evolution and integration of Next.js with AWS services, along with the benefits of using tools like SST for local development. Dax also shares insights on managing serverless costs and offers advice for newcomers to AWS development.
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AWS's Focus on Infrastructure

  • AWS struggles to create simple deployment solutions like Netlify or Vercel.
  • Their focus is infrastructure, not developer experience, leading to a gap filled by other companies.
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Challenges of Self-Hosting Next.js

  • Self-hosting Next.js on serverless platforms like AWS presents challenges compared to Vercel.
  • Developers need AWS expertise and deep Next.js knowledge to navigate various deployment options and limitations.
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Middleware Deployment Challenges

  • Vercel's edge middleware runs on Cloudflare, not AWS, creating architectural differences for OpenNext.
  • Self-hosting middleware within AWS requires adhering to different constraints than Vercel.
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