Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Started with PayloadCMS

Getting started with PayloadCMS is simpler than ever! In this video, I guide you through setting up a new PayloadCMS project and integrating it into a Next.js application. Whether you're new to PayloadCMS or looking to enhance an existing project, this tutorial provides step-by-step instructions for creating a modern and scalable web application backend.

What You’ll Learn:
How to install PayloadCMS and the necessary dependencies.
Setting up your project directory and initializing a PayloadCMS project.
Integrating PayloadCMS with a Next.js app, including file and folder setup.
Setting up environment variables and adding secure database connections.
Initializing the frontend and backend for seamless development.

This video is perfect for developers who want to create powerful, developer-first CMS solutions or integrate PayloadCMS into existing projects. By the end of this video, you’ll have a fully functional setup ready for your next big idea!

00:00 - Introducing the concept
00:18 - Navigating to the Developer Guide
00:27 - Reviewing Software Requirements
01:11 - Getting Started with a New Project
02:51 - Getting Started With an Existing NextJS Project
03:05 - Initializing a New NextJS Project
04:14 - Installing the Relevant PayloadCMS files
04:36 - Installing the Required Database Adapater
04:49 - Copy the Needed PayloadCMS Files to Your Project
05:11 - Downloading Files from a Github Repository
06:00 - Copying files over (replace this with content toward then end)
07:20 - Installing the PayloadCMS Plugin
08:21 - Update Your Project to be an ESM Project
08:54 - Create Your Payload Config File
09:26 - Set Your Payload Config Path
09:44 - Create a PAYLOAD_SECRET
10:05 - Add a Hosted DB and Run!
10:50 - Wrapping Up

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