Rett Revealed – Phase 1 Development
Full-Stack Platform Development with Next.js & Contentful Headless CMS
Led the development of Phase 1 for Rett Revealed, a public-facing platform for an agency client. Managed a 2-developer team to build a modern, responsive website using Next.js and Contentful, delivering both frontend and backend functionality under strict timelines with a scalable foundation for future phases.
The Challenge
Develop both frontend and backend for Phase 1 of Rett Revealed platform with a small team of just 2-3 developers. Required ensuring performance, scalability, and responsiveness for all devices, integrating complex content management with dynamic pages, and delivering under strict timelines as the foundation for a multi-phase development program.
The Solution
Led the 2-developer team by defining project architecture, technology stack, and development workflow. Built the frontend using Next.js with reusable components and responsive layouts. Developed backend with API routes and dynamic data handling for Contentful integration. Established code review practices and optimized workflows for small-team efficiency.
Key Results
Technologies Used
Development Process
Architecture & Planning
Defined project architecture, selected technology stack (Next.js + Contentful), and established development workflow for the small team.
Deliverables:
- Technical architecture
- Technology stack selection
- Development workflow
- Project roadmap
Frontend Development
Built responsive frontend using Next.js, implementing reusable components, dynamic routing, and optimized layouts for desktop and mobile.
Deliverables:
- Next.js application
- Reusable components
- Responsive layouts
- Dynamic page routing
Backend Development
Developed backend with Next.js API routes, integrated Contentful CMS, and implemented dynamic data handling for content management.
Deliverables:
- API routes implementation
- Contentful integration
- Dynamic data handling
- Content management system
Quality Assurance & Deployment
Established code review practices, ensured quality standards, and successfully deployed Phase 1 as foundation for future development.
Deliverables:
- Code review process
- Quality assurance
- Production deployment
- Documentation for Phase 2
Key Features
Challenges
- Delivering full-stack project with minimal team resources (2 developers)
- Balancing frontend and backend development under strict timelines
- Ensuring scalability for future phases while meeting Phase 1 deadlines
- Maintaining code quality with small team and tight schedule
- Integrating complex content management with performance requirements
Key Learnings
- Strengthened leadership skills for small but critical teams
- Gained deep experience in full-stack Next.js development
- Learned to optimize workflows and prioritize features effectively
- Enhanced ability to deliver quality with minimal resources
- Improved skills in architectural planning for multi-phase projects
Next Steps
Phase 1 created a scalable foundation for subsequent development phases. The established architecture, workflows, and code quality standards enabled efficient expansion of the platform with additional features and functionality.
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