Discover how we improved a web application with over 800,000 pages by switching from client-side rendering (CSR) to server-side rendering (SSR) using Nuxt.js and GraphQL.

This migration achieved transformative results, including a 17-18% boost in SEO (now 100%), significant performance gains, and accessibility improvements across key pages. These changes drove remarkable outcomes, with 1.5 million clicks on Google Search in just 1.5 month. By addressing challenges like scalability and content delivery, we revolutionized user experience while managing large-scale content efficiently.

In this talk, we’ll share our journey, challenges, strategies, and key steps to implement SSR effectively. Perfect for anyone wanting to understand the benefits of SSR and modern web development.

Problems Addressed:
1. Slow Performance: Pages initially scored 90 in performance but now reach up to more than 95, ensuring faster load times.
2. Poor SEO Rankings: SEO scores improved by 17-18% (now 100), enhancing visibility and driving 1.5 million clicks on Google Search in just 1.5 month.
3. Inefficient Data Management: Streamlined content management for over 800,000 pages, improving efficiency.
4. Scalability Issues: Transitioning to SSR provided a scalable and robust framework for high-performance delivery.
5. User Experience Gaps: Accessibility scores increased from 94 to 100, ensuring consistent and inclusive experiences.

Key Takeaways:
1. Benefits of SSR: Learn how server-side rendering enhanced performance, improved SEO by 17-18% (now 100), and provided a seamless user experience.
2. Nuxt.js and GraphQL: Discover how these tools streamlined data fetching for thousands of pages while optimizing performance.
3. Overcoming Challenges: Practical strategies for addressing issues like URL rewriting and maintaining smooth transitions, ensuring improved SEO and scalability.
4. Measuring Impact: Using Lighthouse metrics, track improvements such as SEO gains of 17-18% (now 100) and 1.5 million clicks in Google Search within 1.5 months.
5. Handling Large-Scale Content: Insights into managing 800,000+ URLs efficiently with SSR for long-term sustainability.

Target Audience:
1. Web developers and engineers
2. Technical decision-makers
3. Anyone interested in modern web development practices