Getting Started
Quickstart
Deploy your AI-powered product in minutes
This quickstart guide will walk you through the process of setting up and deploying your application in just a few minutes.
By the end of this guide, you'll have your product live to share with the world.
Prerequisites:
Before you begin:- ✅ Make sure Docker Desktop is installed and running.
From Hello World to Production in 4 Steps
Our AI-native cloud platform handles everything automatically, so you can focus on shipping delightful products users love.
Step 1 — Deploy Your Frontend
Tech: Next.js 15 + Tailwind + App Router
Start with a modern frontend. Deploy your static or server-rendered Next.js site in seconds.
Simple web pod YAML snippet
Step 2 — Add Auth + Database
Tech: Supabase (Auth + PostgreSQL)
Add real users and persistent data using Supabase. Easily store accounts, profiles, and content.
Add second pod for db, plus vars and secrets
Step 3 — Use Prisma for Data Logic
Tech: Prisma ORM
Auto-generate your API with Prisma and define your database schema using elegant TypeScript models.
New backend pod + volume + env for database
Step 4 — Plug in OpenAI
Tech: OpenAI API
Let your users ask questions, summarize notes, or chat with their data — right inside your app.
Add secret mount + env var for API key
Why Developers Love Nexlayer
Built for developers who want to ship faster, scale effortlessly, and skip the DevOps headaches.
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