Getting Started with Next.js

Next.js is a powerful React framework that enables you to build server-side rendered and statically generated web applications. In this post, we'll explore the key features of Next.js and walk through setting up your first project.

Why Next.js?

Next.js offers several advantages:

1. Server-Side Rendering (SSR): Improves initial load time and SEO.
2. Static Site Generation (SSG): Great for content-heavy sites.
3. File-based Routing: Simplifies the creation of new pages.
4. API Routes: Allows you to create serverless functions easily.

Setting Up Your First Project

To create a new Next.js project, run the following command:

npx create-next-app@latest my-next-app