Next.js Server Actions

Enable direct server-side mutations and RPC-style calls in Next.js applications.

51|6|Updated Mar 28, 2019

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Skill: Next.js Server Actions
Source: https://github.com/Mte90/dotfiles/tree/main/.config/opencode/skills/nextjs/server-actions
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Mte90/dotfiles --skill next-js-server-actions

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables direct server-side mutations and data fetching from client components without the need for separate API routes, simplifying full-stack development in Next.js.

Core Features & Use Cases

Server-side Mutations: Perform database writes and other server-side operations directly from the client.
Form Handling: Seamlessly integrate form submissions with server-side logic.
RPC-style Calls: Invoke server functions as if they were local client functions.
Use Case: Update a user's profile information by submitting a form directly to a server action, which then validates the data and updates the database, all without writing a dedicated API endpoint.

Quick Start

Add the 'use server' directive to the top of your async function to define a Server Action.

Frequently Asked Questions about Next.js Server Actions

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How do I handle form submissions and server-side mutations in Next.js without writing API endpoints?▼

Next.js server actions enable direct server-side mutations and form handling from client components without explicit API endpoints. By adding the 'use server' directive to an async function, you can execute server-side logic and database writes seamlessly.

What are Next.js server actions and how do they work?▼

Next.js server actions are asynchronous functions defined with the 'use server' directive that facilitate RPC-style calls from client components. They allow you to invoke server-side logic as if it were a local function, simplifying full-stack development.

Can I perform database writes directly from client components in a React application?▼

Yes, you can perform database writes directly from React client components by utilizing Next.js server actions. This feature allows you to execute server-side mutations and RPC-style calls without setting up dedicated API routes.

What is the best way to update user profile data in Next.js without creating a separate API route?▼

Using Next.js server actions is the best way to update user profile data without an API route. You can submit a form directly to a server action, which then validates the data and updates the database using the 'use server' directive.

How do I manage pending states and revalidation when executing server-side mutations?▼

Next.js server actions support built-in features for pending state management and data revalidation. This allows you to handle loading states and refresh server-side data automatically after performing mutations from client components.