neon-auth

Set up Neon Auth for Next.js, React SPA, or Node.js applications.

86|12|Updated Mar 4, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/neondatabase/ai-rules --skill neon-auth
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Skill: neon-auth
Source: https://github.com/neondatabase/ai-rules/tree/main/neon-plugin/skills/neon-auth
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/neondatabase/ai-rules --skill neon-auth

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Implementing robust authentication (sign-in, sign-up, social login, session management) from scratch is complex and time-consuming. This Skill automates the setup of Neon Auth, providing pre-built components and configurations for various frameworks, allowing you to secure your application faster.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Full Auth Setup: Installs @neondatabase/auth, configures environment variables, and sets up API route handlers (for Next.js) or client-side auth clients (for SPAs).
  • Pre-built UI Components: Optionally integrates UI components for sign-in, sign-up, user buttons, and account settings, with automatic dark mode support.
  • Social Login: Easily configure social authentication providers like Google and GitHub, expanding user reach.
  • Use Case: Quickly add a complete authentication system to your Next.js application, including sign-in/sign-up pages and a user management dashboard, with minimal manual coding.

Quick Start

Use the neon-auth skill to add authentication to my Next.js application.

Frequently Asked Questions about neon-auth

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I add authentication to a Next.js application?

Authentication in Next.js can be added using Neon Auth, which automates setup of sign-in, sign-up, session management, and social login with Google and GitHub. The Skill installs dependencies, configures environment variables, generates API route handlers, and provides pre-built UI components, reducing manual coding.

Does Neon Auth support social authentication providers?

Yes, Neon Auth supports social authentication through Google and GitHub. The Skill handles provider configuration automatically, allowing users to expand authentication options without manual OAuth setup.

Can I use Neon Auth with React SPAs or only Next.js?

Neon Auth works with Next.js, React SPAs, and Node.js applications. The Skill detects your project context and generates appropriate configurations—API routes for Next.js or client-side auth clients for single-page applications.

What does Neon Auth set up for session management?

Session management in Neon Auth handles user authentication state across requests. The Skill generates configured session handlers, environment variables, and API routes to maintain secure, persistent user sessions without manual implementation.

How do I customize authentication UI components in Neon Auth?

Neon Auth provides pre-built UI components for sign-in, sign-up, and user management with automatic dark mode support. The Skill generates template files and CSS import strategies, allowing straightforward customization within your existing component structure.

What are the prerequisites for setting up Neon Auth?

Prerequisites include a Next.js, React SPA, or Node.js application and a Neon database connection. The Skill auto-detects your project structure, configures environment variables, and guides you through setup without requiring prior authentication framework experience.