Getting Started with Next.js

Next.js is a powerful React framework that makes building web applications simple and efficient. In this post, we'll explore the basics of Next.js and how to get started with your first project.

Why Next.js?

Next.js provides a great developer experience with features like:

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

Setting Up Your First Project

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

npx create-next-app my-next-app

This will set up a new Next.js project with all the necessary configurations. Once the installation is complete, navigate to your project directory and start the development server:

cd my-next-app
npm run dev

Your Next.js app should now be running on http://localhost:3000.

Conclusion

Next.js makes it easy to build modern web applications with React. With its powerful features and simple API, you can focus on building your application instead of configuring build tools.