3D Web Development with Three.js and Next.js

Creating end-to-end web applications that contain 3D objects (English Edition)

Andrei Tazetdinov

• Publisher: BPB Publications
• Year: 2025
• eBook ISBN: 9789365895063
• Topic: Computer Science
• Subtopic: Computer Graphics
• Index: Computer Science

Description
Three.js and Next.js are revolutionizing how we build interactive web experiences, especially for industrial and multipurpose applications. This book unlocks their combined power, showing you how to create immersive 3D visualizations and dynamic web solutions that drive efficiency and innovation in various sectors.

Beginning with the evolution and capabilities of 3D web development, this book covers the foundational tools, setting up your environment for Three.js, Next.js, AWS Amplify, Storybook, and Tailwind CSS. It then explores Three.js fundamentals, covering geometries, materials, lighting, cameras, textures, user interactions, and animations to create dynamic 3D scenes. The book then seamlessly integrates Three.js with Next.js, teaching data management, state handling, and advanced interaction patterns. Crucially, you will learn vital optimization techniques and leverage AWS Amplify for secure hosting, user authentication, data storage, and real-time functionalities. The final sections guide you in establishing a consistent UI design system with Storybook, culminating in a complete, practical application.

Upon completing this book, you will possess a strong command of cutting-edge web and 3D technologies, enabling you to confidently design, build, and deploy sophisticated industrial and multipurpose web applications with immersive 3D experiences.

What you will learn
? Build 3D apps with Three.js and Next.js and deploy scalable apps using AWS Amplify services.
? Secure 3D apps with Amplify Auth and real-time data.
? Optimize 3D web application performance for diverse devices and browsers.
? Integrate Three.js seamlessly into Next.js for structured, high-performance web apps.
? Design and build consistent UI systems using Storybook and Tailwind CSS.
? Develop interactive industrial visualizations with real-time data and 3D models.

Who this book is for
This book is for aspiring front-end developers, full-stack developers, and 3D web developers with foundational knowledge in JavaScript and React. While we will cover 3D essentials, a basic understanding will certainly aid your journey into building sophisticated industrial and multipurpose applications.

Table of Contents
1. Industrial Application Evolution
2. Capabilities of Web Development for Industrial and Multi-purpose
3. Introduction to Tools
4. Setting up All Tools for Quickstart of Development
5. Introduction to 3D Development
6. Getting Started with Three.js
7. Geometries and Materials
8. Lights and Shadows
9. Camera and Perspective
10. Textures and Mapping
11. Interaction and User Input
12. Animation and Particle Systems
13. Introduction to Next.js and Three.js Integration
14. Next.js Fundamentals
15. Data Management and State in Next.js
16. User Interactions and Controls
17. Optimization and Performance Consideration
18. Introduction to AWS Amplify
19. Host Web Application with AWS Amplify
20. User Authentication with AWS Amplify
21. Data Storage and Management in AWS Amplify
22. Real-time Functionality with AWS Amplify
23. Creating the UI Design System with Storybook
24. Final Requirements and Recommendations

Table of contents

• Cover
• Title Page
• Copyright Page
• Dedication Page
• About the Author
• About the Reviewers
• Acknowledgement
• Preface
• Table of Contents
• 1. Industrial Application Evolution
• 2. Capabilities of Web Development for Industrial and Multi-purpose
• 3. Introduction to Tools
• 4. Setting up All Tools for Quickstart of Development
• 5. Introduction to 3D Development
• 6. Getting Started with Three.js
• 7. Geometries and Materials
• 8. Lights and Shadows
• 9. Camera and Perspective
• 10. Textures and Mapping
• 11. Interaction and User Input
• 12. Animation and Particle Systems
• 13. Introduction to Next.js and Three.js Integration
• 14. Next.js Fundamentals
• 15. Data Management and State in Next.js
• 16. User Interactions and Controls
• 17. Optimization and Performance Consideration
• 18. Introduction to AWS Amplify
• 19. Host Web Application with AWS Amplify
• 20. User Authentication with AWS Amplify
• 21. Data Storage and Management in AWS Amplify
• 22. Real-time Functionality with AWS Amplify
• 23. Creating the UI Design System with Storybook
• 24. Final Requirements and Recommendations
• Index