Build a Discord Clone with Next.js and TailwindCSS: Server List — Part Two

In the second part of the series, the focus shifts from setting up the project and integrating the Stream Chat SDK to implementing the user interface for a chat application. This installment emphasizes building the server list as the first component of a three-pane layout reminiscent of Discord's UI, with attention to customization options provided by the SDK. The development involves using CSS and HTML to create a grid layout, and adding interactivity through React components and hooks for managing state and server data. The article details the creation of a server list, a Discord icon for direct messages, and a form to add new servers, enhancing the interface with visual effects and animations for a playful experience. The server list component is designed to be interactive, with hover effects and an indication of the active server. The piece concludes by previewing future updates, which will address the channel list and message list components, while encouraging readers to engage with the project on GitHub.