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Getting Started with MongoDB CMS

Learn how to set up and use our MongoDB-based CMS for your projects

May 16, 2026
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Getting Started with MongoDB CMS

Getting Started with MongoDB CMS

Welcome to MongoDB CMS, a modern content management system built with Next.js and MongoDB. In this guide, we'll walk you through the basic setup and configuration.

Installation

To get started, clone the repository and install dependencies:

git clone https://github.com/your-repo/mongodb-cms.git
cd mongodb-cms
npm install

Configuration

Set up your environment variables in .env.local:

MONGODB_URI=your_mongodb_connection_string
NEXT_PUBLIC_SITE_URL=http://localhost:3000

Database Setup

Run the seed command to set up your initial data:

npm run seed

Running the Application

Start the development server:

npm run dev

Visit http://localhost:3000 to see your site, and http://localhost:3000/admin for the admin panel.

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#mongodb#cms#nextjs#tutorial#beginners

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