#What is Big Calendar?

Big Calendar, accessible at https://big-calendar.vercel.app/month-view, is a feature-rich calendar application designed to help developers, startups, and teams manage events and schedules with ease. Built using Next.js, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS, it offers a modern, responsive interface that adapts seamlessly across devices.

#Features

• Multiple Viewing Modes: Switch between month, week, day, and agenda views to manage events effectively.

• Event Management: Add, view, and manage events with details like time, title, and description.

• Responsive Design: Fully responsive UI that works on desktops, tablets, and mobile devices.

• Tailwind CSS Styling: Utilizes Tailwind CSS for a modern, customizable aesthetic.

• Interactive Interface: Clickable dates and events for quick navigation and interaction.

• Open-Source: Available on GitHub for contributions and customization by the community.

#Pros and Cons

#Pros

• Flexible Views: Multiple calendar views cater to different scheduling needs.

• Modern Design: Tailwind CSS ensures a sleek, professional look that’s easy to customize.

• Responsive: Adapts seamlessly across devices, ideal for diverse user bases.

• Community-Driven: Open-source nature allows for continuous improvements and contributions.

• Developer-Friendly: Built with Next.js and TypeScript, making it easy to integrate and extend.

#Cons

• Basic Features: Lacks advanced functionality like recurring events or calendar integrations (e.g., Google Calendar).

• No Direct Editing: Event editing isn’t explicitly supported in the UI; you may need to modify the codebase.

• Limited Documentation: As an open-source project, detailed usage guides may be sparse.

• Dependency on Framework: Requires familiarity with Next.js and Tailwind CSS for customization.

#Integrations

Big Calendar integrates with:

• Frontend Frameworks: Built with Next.js, making it compatible with React-based projects.

• Tailwind CSS: Fully styled with Tailwind CSS, allowing easy customization via utility classes.

• Deployment Platforms: Hosted on Vercel, with easy deployment options for your own instance.

• Custom Events: Add events programmatically by modifying the codebase (no external calendar integrations like Google Calendar).