How I built 11 Next.js templates on Arch Linux

WexxxWeb — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:54:13 +0000

Hello Dev Community! 🚀

I wanted to share a milestone from my recent development sprint. Over the past few months, I’ve led a small team of 8 to build a comprehensive library of 11 Next.js 14 templates, ranging from Crypto dashboards to high-end Retail landing pages.

As a dedicated Arch Linux user (running a Hyprland setup), my goal was to bring that same "minimalist but powerful" philosophy into web development.
The Technical Specs:

Framework: Next.js 14 (App Router)

Language: TypeScript

Styling: Tailwind CSS (fully responsive)

Performance: Every template is optimized for 100/100 Lighthouse scores.

The Architecture:

We focused on a unified component architecture to ensure scalability. Managing a cross-functional team while preparing for my Cybersecurity university entrance exams was a challenge, but it forced us to automate our workflow and keep the codebase extremely clean.
Why Next.js?

We chose Next.js for its superior SSR capabilities and SEO out-of-the-box. Whether it's a crypto exchange template or an auto parts store, speed and indexing are non-negotiable.

I’m curious to hear your thoughts on managing large template libraries! How do you handle component consistency across different niches? 🐧

If you want to see the live demos or the source code, check out my workspace here: patreon.com/WebWexxx

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How I built 11 Next.js templates on Arch Linux