Nextjs in Firebase with Bootstrap is an open-source boilerplate that deploys a Next.js app with server-side rendering to Firebase Hosting through Cloud Functions.
What is Nextjs in Firebase with Bootstrap?
This boilerplate takes a React-based Next.js application and wires it to run on Firebase Cloud Functions and Firebase Hosting, so pages render server-side before reaching the browser. It is built for developers who want production-ready server-side rendering without manually configuring the Firebase Functions-to-Next.js bridge. The template is MIT licensed, hosts a live preview at https://nextjs-in-firebase-functions.firebaseapp.com, and accepts community contributions.
Key Features
- Server-side rendering — Uses Next.js with React to render pages on the server, improving load time and SEO.
- Firebase Cloud Functions integration — The Next.js server runs as a Cloud Function, so the app scales with Firebase's infrastructure.
- Firebase Hosting — Serves static assets and routes requests to the Cloud Function for dynamic rendering.
- Bootstrap styling — The project name and topics list Bootstrap as the CSS framework, giving a foundation for responsive UI components.
- MIT license — The source is freely usable and modifiable for personal or commercial projects.
- Live demo — A working deployment is available at https://nextjs-in-firebase-functions.firebaseapp.com for inspecting behavior.
Who is it for?
- Firebase developers who want to host a dynamic Next.js app without building the Cloud Functions setup from scratch.
- Next.js developers who need server-side rendering and want to deploy to Firebase rather than Vercel or a custom Node server.
- Full-stack JavaScript developers looking for a minimal, MIT-licensed starter to learn how Next.js and Firebase Functions work together.
What can you do with it?
- Launch a production-ready SSR app: Deploy a Next.js application to Firebase with server-side rendering, ready for live traffic.
- Study the integration pattern: Use the boilerplate as a reference for wiring Next.js custom server code into Firebase Cloud Functions.
- Extend the starter: Add Firebase Auth, Firestore, or Redux features — noted as roadmap items — on top of the existing setup.
FAQ
Is this template free?
Yes, the repository is released under the MIT license, so you can use, modify, and distribute it without license fees.
Does this boilerplate include Firebase Auth?
Not yet. Firebase Auth is listed as a to-do item in the README, along with Firestore data display and Redux support, so the current version focuses on the Next.js-to-Cloud Functions deployment.
What do I need to run this template?
You need a Firebase project and the Firebase CLI to deploy Cloud Functions and Hosting. The README points to the live preview for more setup details, but the repository itself does not include installation steps.
Can I contribute to this project?
Yes, the README states that contributions are welcome. The project is on GitHub with an MIT license, so you can submit issues or pull requests.
