Next.js for Beginners

# Next.js for Beginners Next.js is a React framework that provides server-side rendering and static site generation out of the box, which can drastically improve performance and SEO. ## Core Concepts - **File-based Routing**: Create pages simply by adding new files in the `pages` directory. - **API Routes**: Build your backend endpoints inside the Next.js application without an external server. - **Static & Server-Side Rendering**: Choose the best rendering strategy for your needs. Next.js is perfect for developers who want ease of setup and performance optimizations without excessive configuration.

## Getting Started 1. **Create a project**: `npx create-next-app` 2. **Run development server**: `npm run dev` 3. **Deploy**: Leverage platforms like Vercel for zero-config deployments. By mastering Next.js, you gain a robust framework that simplifies web development and leads to highly performant applications.