How can I integrate Redis with my Next.js application?

How can I integrate Redis with my Next.js application?

You can integrate Redis with Next.js by using the ioredis package. First, install it using npm or yarn.

What are the steps to set it up?

1. Install ioredis using npm install ioredis. 2. Create a Redis client in your Next.js app. 3. Use the client to interact with your Redis database.

Can you show me a code example?

Sure! Here's a simple example:

import Redis from 'ioredis';

const redis = new Redis();

export async function getServerSideProps() {
  await redis.set('key', 'value');
  const value = await redis.get('key');
  return { props: { value } };
}

What are some common use cases for Redis in a Next.js app?

Common use cases include caching API responses, session storage, and managing real-time data.