Getting Started with Next.js

Next.js has revolutionized the way we build React applications. In this post, we'll explore the key features that make Next.js a fantastic choice for your next project.

Why Next.js?

Next.js provides an excellent developer experience with features like:

• Server-side rendering
• Static site generation
• API routes
• File-system based routing
• Built-in CSS and Sass support

Getting Started

To create a new Next.js project, run:

npx create-next-app@latest my-app

This will set up a new Next.js project with all the necessary dependencies and configuration.

Key Concepts

Pages

Next.js uses a file-system based router. Files in the pages directory automatically become routes.

API Routes

Create API endpoints by adding files to pages/api.

Static Site Generation

Pre-render pages at build time for better performance.

Conclusion

Next.js is a powerful framework that makes building modern web applications a breeze. Give it a try in your next project!