Getting Started with Next.js

Next.js is a powerful React framework that makes building web applications a breeze. In this guide, we'll explore the fundamentals and best practices.

Why Next.js?

Next.js provides several key features out of the box:

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

Setting Up Your First Project

To create a new Next.js project, run:

npx create-next-app@latest my-app
cd my-app
npm run dev

Project Structure

A typical Next.js project includes:

• pages/: Your application's pages
• public/: Static assets
• styles/: CSS files
• components/: Reusable React components

Best Practices

1. Use Static Generation when possible
2. Implement dynamic imports for better performance
3. Optimize images with next/image
4. Leverage API routes for backend functionality