Guide on using Payload CMS

Publish a detailed help center article that walks users through setting up and integrating Payload CMS with Clutch. This guide should support developers looking to manage content through Payload while building frontends in Clutch.

Goal:
Make it easy for users to understand what Payload CMS is, how to install and connect it with Clutch, and how to manage content effectively once integrated.

Scope:

1. Introduction

   • What is Payload CMS?

   • Why use Payload with Clutch (key benefits and common use cases)?

2. Installation

   • Prerequisites

   • Steps to install and initialize a new Payload project.

   • File structure overview.

3. Connecting to Clutch

   • How to expose Payload data (e.g., via REST or GraphQL).

   • How to query Payload content in Clutch using built-in Queries.

   • Example: Fetching blog posts or products from a Payload collection.

4. Managing Content in Payload

   • Creating collections and fields.

   • Using the admin panel to manage content.

   • Setting up roles and permissions.

   • Content versioning, media uploads, and localized content (if relevant).

5. Deployment & Maintenance

   • Recommended deployment platforms (Render, Vercel, Docker, etc.).

   • Environment variable setup and CMS maintenance tips.

6. Troubleshooting & Resources

   • Common issues with Payload + Clutch integration.

   • Links to relevant docs and community resources for Payload and Clutch.