Space Exploration Dashboard – A Real-Time NASA Data Viewer

I developed the Space Exploration Dashboard as a responsive web application that delivers real-time data from NASA APIs. Built with Next.js for the front end and Express.js for the back end, this project brings live space data to users, from Mars rover photos to daily astronomy updates.

Next.js and Server-Side Rendering: Leveraging Next.js allowed for efficient server-side rendering, improving SEO and page load times for data-heavy content. The framework’s flexibility enabled seamless integration with NASA’s public APIs.

Express.js for API Integration: Using Express.js, I created endpoints to pull data directly from NASA’s APIs. This setup ensured fast, reliable data retrieval, allowing users to view up-to-date information without delays.

Mars Rover Photos and Astronomy Updates: The dashboard includes high-resolution images from Mars rovers, along with NASA’s Astronomy Picture of the Day. Each feature is designed with a focus on clear presentation, using Material UI for consistency in design.

Responsive Design with Material UI: Material UI provided a framework for creating a mobile-first, responsive layout that adapts seamlessly across devices. The UI components enhance accessibility and ensure an intuitive, smooth experience on both mobile and desktop.

The Space Exploration Dashboard was a technical exercise in API integration, real-time data handling, and responsive design. It allowed me to deepen my expertise in Next.js and Express.js, while providing a clean, user-friendly interface for space enthusiasts to explore live NASA data.

Link: space-exploration-frontend.vercel.app