1. Introduction to Next.js

Next.js is a React framework for building server-side rendered (SSR) and static web applications. It provides an out-of-the-box developer experience with powerful features such as routing, code splitting, and data fetching. Here’s why you should consider using Next.js:

SEO-Friendly: Pre-rendered pages improve search engine visibility.

Performance: Optimized page loading through static site generation (SSG) and server-side rendering.

Ease of Use: Built-in support for React features like hooks and contexts.

Extensibility: Integrates with APIs, third-party tools, and custom backends.

To get started, you need:

Node.js: Version 14.0 or later.

Package Manager: npm or yarn.