Next.js is an open-source React framework that enables developers to build high-performance, scalable web applications. It offers features like server-side rendering, static site generation, and client-side routing, all built on React components.
Key Features:
- React Server Components: Build interactive UIs that execute on the server, improving performance and SEO.
- Data Fetching: Supports both server and client-side data fetching, allowing for flexible data handling.
- Advanced Routing: File-system-based routing with support for dynamic routes and nested layouts.
- Built-in Optimizations: Automatic image, font, and script optimization for improved user experience.
- Turbopack Integration: Utilizes Turbopack, an incremental bundler optimized for JavaScript and TypeScript, for faster builds.
- Middleware Support: Allows developers to control incoming requests and define routing rules.
Use Cases:
- E-commerce Platforms: Build fast and scalable online stores with server-side rendering for SEO.
- Content Management Systems (CMS): Create dynamic websites with efficient content delivery.
- Web Applications: Develop interactive web applications with client-side routing and data fetching capabilities.
- Landing Pages: Generate static landing pages with optimized performance and SEO.
