Build a Cron Job Manager with Strapi 5 & Next.js: Part 2

In this detailed tutorial, Emeka Emego guides readers through building a comprehensive cron job management system using Strapi 5 for the backend and Next.js for the frontend. Initially, the backend was set up to extend Strapi's cron job capabilities by creating custom content types and APIs for job management, including triggering, viewing status, and handling errors. The focus then shifts to developing a Next.js dashboard, which connects to these APIs to provide a user interface for managing the cron jobs. This includes displaying job details, execution history, and allowing users to trigger, reschedule, or delete jobs directly from the UI. The front end implements components such as JobHeader, JobInfo, JobActions, and JobLogs, providing a cohesive experience for viewing and managing job statuses and their logs. The tutorial emphasizes creating a maintainable and user-friendly interface, ensuring the system is both robust and accessible for real-time job management. The source code for both the backend and frontend is available on GitHub for further exploration and implementation.