Learn How to Authenticate Users in Next.js with NextAuth – The AuthJS Powerhouse!

Implementing User Authentication in Next.js 13.5 FreeCodeCamp's New YouTube Course on NextAuth

Secure Next.js Applications with Role-Based Authentication Using NextAuth

If you’re a Next.js developer, chances are you’ll need to include user authentication in your apps at some point. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! We just posted an awesome course on the freeCodeCamp.org YouTube channel that shows you how to implement authentication in Next.js 13.5 using the powerful library, NextAuth – soon to be known as AuthJS.

Created by the amazing Jacob Lower from Clarity Coders, this course will equip you with all the knowledge you need to authenticate users in your Next.js apps. And trust me, it’s going to be a wild ride!

Authenticating users is a crucial aspect of modern web applications, and this comprehensive video tutorial will help you master the art of user authentication. We’re not just talking about the basics here, my friend. Oh no! This tutorial dives deep into role-based authentication, a supercharged approach that not only enhances security but also gives you fine-grained control over what different users can see and do on your site. It’s like having your own personal bouncer for your web app!

The course starts off by introducing you to NextAuth and guiding you through the environment setup and project creation. We want to make sure you’re all set up before we unleash the authentication magic!

But here’s the best part – this course takes a hands-on approach. You’ll learn how to integrate popular OAuth providers like Google and GitHub seamlessly into your app. And if you’re a fan of customization, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered too. The course dives into creating your custom authentication provider using MongoDB, so you can tailor authentication to your specific needs. It’s like a DIY project where you get to build your very own authentication fortress!

But wait, there’s more! This video course not only shows you how to do things but also explains how they work. From setting up API routes and options to protecting pages on the server and client side, you’ll gain a deep understanding of the authentication process. We even cover middleware and effective management of login and logout functionalities. It’s like getting a backstage pass to the inner workings of authentication!

And because we’re all about organization, we’ve divided this amazing course into handy sections:

1. Introduction
2. Environment Setup / Extension Review
3. Project Creation
4. Install NextAuth (Auth.js) / Create Project Structure
5. Create NextAuth (Auth.js) API – Options / Routes
6. Setup built-in OAuth Provider – (Google / GitHub)
7. Login / Logout Functionality
8. Protecting Pages – Server Side Page
9. Protecting Pages – Client Side Page
10. Protecting Pages – Middleware
11. Creating Custom Provider (Creating a Database of Users)
12. MongoDB Atlas Signup / Setup
13. Create User Models (Mongoose Schema)
14. User Form to Create Users
15. Create Users API
16. Setup Custom Provider

Exciting, right? Finally, top it all off by immersing yourself in the full 1.5-hour course on the freeCodeCamp.org YouTube channel. It’s an unforgettable experience that will leave you with all the knowledge and skills to create secure, authentication-powered Next.js apps. Trust me, you won’t want to miss it!

Watch the full course here

And if you prefer visuals, check out this sneak peek:

So, what are you waiting for? Get ready to embark on the authentication adventure of a lifetime. Your Next.js apps will thank you.

• Next.js
• YouTube