May 1, 2025
Micro Frontends with Next.js: Where They Help and Where They Hurt
nextjsmicro-frontendsarchitecturemodular-monolithapp-router
A practical overview of micro frontends in a Next.js world: path-based splits, runtime composition, and when a well-structured modular monolith is all you really need.
1Defines what “micro frontend” actually means for Next.js apps
2Covers path-based multi-app setups, runtime module composition, and build-time composition
3Explains trade-offs for routing, SSR, data fetching, and shared design systems
4Shows how a modular monolith with clear feature boundaries can solve most problems for small teams
5Gives concrete questions to decide whether micro frontends are worth the operational cost