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Vercel Blog·5 min read
Designing and building the Vercel Ship conference platform
TL;DR
Event organizers faced challenges in creating an engaging online conference experience. Vercel developed the Ship conference platform using Next.js and Serverless functions to facilitate real-time interactions.
✦ Why It Matters
Engineers can apply modern web technologies to improve user engagement in virtual events.
Key Takeaways
- Utilize Next.js for building interactive web applications.
- Incorporate Serverless functions for scalability.
- Gather user feedback for iterative design improvements.
- Focus on real-time features to enhance engagement.
Full Summary
In response to the growing demand for virtual events, Vercel identified a gap in the market for a robust online conference platform. They built the Ship platform using Next.js, a React framework, and Serverless functions to enable seamless real-time interactions among attendees.
The development process involved iterative design and user feedback to enhance usability and engagement features. Key functionalities included live chat, Q&A sessions, and interactive polls, which contributed to a more dynamic experience.
Metrics showed that over 80% of attendees engaged actively during sessions, indicating a successful implementation. This project highlights the importance of leveraging modern web technologies to create immersive online experiences.
Engineers can learn from this approach to enhance their own virtual event solutions.