BuildWithMatija
  1. Home
  2. Series
  3. Next.js 16 Deployment & Self-Hosting
Next.js

Next.js 16 Deployment & Self-Hosting

6 articles
Hub + 4 spokes

All Articles in Series

H
Deploy Payload CMS with Next.js 16: Self-Hosted Guide
HUB1 of 5

Deploy Payload CMS with Next.js 16: Self-Hosted Guide

Why Vercel's serverless model breaks for Payload and a practical self-hosted deployment using Docker, Nginx, and…

Learn why deploying Payload CMS with Next.js 16 favors self-hosting over Vercel, and follow a practical Docker + Nginx + Postgres reference setup and tips.

11 min readFeb 28, 2026By Matija Žiberna
1
Cannot find module ".prisma/client/default" — Prisma v7 on Next.js 16 + Turbopack Fix
PART 12 of 5

Cannot find module ".prisma/client/default" — Prisma v7 on Next.js 16 + Turbopack Fix

Fix the module resolution error after upgrading Prisma to v7 in Next.js 16 with Turbopack — three required config…

Prisma v7 migration for Next.js 16 with Turbopack — fix '.prisma/client' module errors, configure @prisma/adapter-pg and pg pooling, and run your app reliably.

14 min readDec 1, 2025By Matija Žiberna
2
Ultimate Next.js Standalone Dockerfile Guide (Tiny Images)
PART 23 of 5

Ultimate Next.js Standalone Dockerfile Guide (Tiny Images)

Use output: "standalone" to trim node_modules, fix sharp/image errors, and build minimal Next.js Docker images

Shrink Next.js Docker images with output: "standalone": trace imports, copy only needed modules, fix sharp image errors, and produce lean production images.

5 min readMar 2, 2026By Matija Žiberna
3
Payload CMS Next.js 16 Support: Turbocharged Dev Builds
PART 34 of 5

Payload CMS Next.js 16 Support: Turbocharged Dev Builds

Step-by-step upgrade guide for Payload CMS v3.73.0 to unlock Next.js 16, Turbopack, React 19.2 and faster builds.

Payload CMS Next.js 16 support in v3.73.0 brings Turbopack HMR, 5–10x faster Fast Refresh and React 19.2 features; follow this upgrade guide to update deps…

6 min readJan 26, 2026By Matija Žiberna
4
Vercel Neon Setup for Next.js: 3-Tier Enterprise Guide
PART 45 of 5

Vercel Neon Setup for Next.js: 3-Tier Enterprise Guide

Use Neon DB branching and Vercel envs to isolate development, preview, and production databases securely.

Learn a practical Vercel Neon setup for Next.js using Neon DB branching and Vercel envs to isolate dev, preview, and production databases for safer deploys.

10 min readFeb 3, 2026By Matija Žiberna

Topics Covered

Next.js deploymentself-hostedDockerVercelPayload CMSVPSNeonNext.js 16 deployment
←Back to all series
HUB ARTICLE

Deploy Payload CMS with Next.js 16: Self-Hosted Guide

By Matija Žiberna

Quick Navigation

Hub: Deploy Payload CMS with Next.js 16: Self-Hosted GuidePart 1: Cannot find module ".prisma/client/default" — Prisma v7 on Next.js 16 + Turbopack FixPart 2: Ultimate Next.js Standalone Dockerfile Guide (Tiny Images)Part 3: Payload CMS Next.js 16 Support: Turbocharged Dev BuildsPart 4: Vercel Neon Setup for Next.js: 3-Tier Enterprise Guide

B2B Website Development

Complex websites for B2B companies whose current site is limiting sales, marketing, and operations.

Learn more

Bespoke AI Applications

Internal tools where AI reduces manual work and connects real business operations.

Learn more

Start a conversation.

Get in touch
Build with Matija logo

Build with Matija

Senior-led B2B websites, applications, content systems, and digital infrastructure. Business-first, full-stack, AI-assisted, no handoffs.

Services

  • B2B Website Development
  • CMS Architecture Review & Platform Blueprint
  • Next.js + Payload Advisory
  • AI Integration & Implementation

Resources

  • CMS Hub
  • B2B Website Strategy
  • E-commerce Hub
  • Blog
  • Case Studies

Payload CMS

  • Payload CMS Developer
  • Payload CMS Migration
  • Payload CMS Demos
  • All Payload CMS Resources

Discuss your project

Planning a rebuild, migration, application, workflow change, or platform decision? Start with the business problem and the system behind it.

Book a discovery callContact me →
© 2026Build with Matija•All rights reserved•Privacy Policy•Terms of Service
BuildWithMatija
Get In Touch