Custom Soft Delete with Directus and NextJs: Building a Recycle Bin

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What is your idea?

• Setting up a new project.
• Integrating Directus API with Next.js using SDK.
• Creating collections and fields for soft delete.
• Building the Recycle Bin Interface in Next.js
• Implementing Soft Delete Functionality
  • Creating UI components for soft delete actions.
  • Handling soft delete requests through Directus Events
• Designing the Recycle Bin Interface
  • Implementing filters, search, and pagination
• Restoring Deleted Items
  • Implementing restore functionality in the Recycle Bin.
  • Handling restore requests and updating Directus collections.
• Permanent Deletion
  • Adding permanent delete functionality.
• Conclusion

What are the key takeaways from your post?

By the end of this tutorial, the reader will learn:

• Custom Soft Delete: Customize soft delete functionality in Directus using Directus events for more control over data management.

• Directus Setup: Install and configure Directus, creating necessary collections and fields to support soft delete operations.

• Next.js Integration: Integrate Directus API with Next.js to build a responsive Recycle Bin interface.

• Event Handling: Utilize Directus events to trigger custom actions like soft delete and restore operations.

• User Interface Design: Design a user-friendly Recycle Bin interface with features like filtering, search, and pagination for managing deleted items.

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