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Vercel Blog·Feb 23·5 min read
Moving from monolithic WordPress to composable gives Plenti total freedom
TL;DR
Plenti faced limitations with a monolithic WordPress setup, which restricted flexibility and scalability. They transitioned to a composable architecture using Next.js, allowing for a more modular and customizable approach.
✦ Why It Matters
Engineers can leverage composable architectures like Next.js to enhance flexibility and performance in web development.
Key Takeaways
- Explore composable architectures for greater flexibility in web development.
- Utilize Next.js for rapid development with minimal configuration.
- Leverage Vercel's API for automated deployment processes.
- Implement analytics tools like RES to optimize user experience.
Full Summary
Plenti, an Australian consumer lending company, transitioned from a monolithic WordPress architecture to a composable frontend using Next.js and Vercel as part of their rebranding and IPO strategy. This shift allowed for a complete redesign of their website, enhancing user trust and experience.
Software Engineer Matt Milburn led the migration, highlighting Next.js's ease of use and zero configuration as key benefits. Utilizing Vercel's API, he automated deployments with Strapi, their Headless CMS, and leveraged Vercel Analytics to optimize performance through Real Experience Score (RES) metrics.
The entire project was executed by Milburn alone, showcasing the efficiency of the new tech stack. This move not only modernized Plenti's digital presence but also positioned them for future growth.