Commerce & CMS Builds
Strapi Headless CMS Development
Self-hosted Strapi back ends that give editors a clean admin and give developers flexible APIs for any front end.
Overview
Strapi Development
Strapi is an open-source, Node.js-based headless CMS you host yourself. Developers define content types in code, editors get an admin panel, and any website or app consumes the content through REST or GraphQL APIs. Codemotives uses it when teams want full data control, no per-seat SaaS fees and customization in JavaScript or TypeScript.
Because you host it, you also own operations: database, scaling, backups, upgrades and security. We build Strapi with that in mind, including roles and permissions, custom controllers, plugins, webhooks and deployment pipelines. We are candid that Contentful or Sanity may suit teams who prefer a managed service, and compare them for you.
Context
Problems we solve
- 01
Hosting and operations
Self-hosting means you maintain it. We set up deployments, backups and monitoring.
- 02
Content model design
Poor models are hard to change later. We design reusable types and components up front.
- 03
Fine-grained access
Different roles need different rights. We configure roles, and extend them for custom cases.
- 04
Version upgrades
Major Strapi upgrades can need code changes. We plan and test them in staging.
Capabilities
What we deliver
- 01
Content modeling
Collection types, single types, components and dynamic zones designed for reuse.
- 02
Custom API logic
Controllers, services and policies extending the default REST and GraphQL APIs.
- 03
Plugins and admin extensions
Custom plugins and admin panel customization for editor needs.
- 04
Auth and permissions
Role-based permissions, API tokens and integration with external identity providers.
- 05
Front-end integration
Connect to Next.js, Nuxt, React Native or other clients, with previews and webhooks.
- 06
Deployment
Docker, CI/CD and cloud hosting with managed databases and media storage.
Where it fits
- Content back end for a Next.js site
- Mobile app content management
- Multi-brand content hub
- Headless storefront content layer
- Documentation or knowledge base CMS
Technologies we use
- Strapi
- Node.js
- TypeScript
- PostgreSQL
- GraphQL
- Docker
- Next.js
- AWS S3
Approach
How we deliver
- 1
Discover
We learn your goals, users, constraints and existing systems before proposing anything.
- 2
Plan
Scope, priorities, architecture and milestones are agreed so everyone knows what ships when.
- 3
Design
User flows, interfaces and technical design are shaped and reviewed with you early.
- 4
Build
Work is delivered in short iterations with regular demos, so progress is always visible.
- 5
Test
Functional, integration and performance checks run throughout, not only at the end.
- 6
Launch & support
We deploy, monitor and keep improving the product after it goes live.
FAQs
Common questions
Have a question that is not covered here? Get in touch.
Strapi or Contentful?
Strapi gives control and no per-seat fees but needs hosting and upkeep. Contentful is managed and polished, with usage-based costs. The choice depends on your team and budget.
Can editors preview content?
Yes. We configure preview links to your front end so editors see drafts before publishing.
Is Strapi suitable for large sites?
It can be, with proper database, caching and deployment design. We review expected content and traffic before advising.
Let's build what's next
Tell us about your idea, product or legacy system. Send us a message and we will help you scope the right next step.