Next.js: The React Framework

Description

A warm welcome to the Next.js course by Uplatz.

Next.js is a popular React framework for building server-side rendered (SSR) web applications and static websites. Developed by Vercel, it simplifies the development of React applications by providing a range of features that enhance performance, scalability, and developer experience.

How Next.js works

Next.js operates on top of React and provides a set of functionalities that facilitate rendering and routing. Here’s a high-level overview of how it works:

1. Server-Side Rendering (SSR)

   • Initial Request: When a user requests a page, Next.js generates the HTML on the server for the initial load. This improves SEO and page load times.

   • Hydration: After the initial load, Next.js sends the JavaScript bundle to the client, which “hydrates” the page, making it interactive.

2. Static Site Generation (SSG)

   • Pre-rendering: For static pages, Next.js generates HTML at build time, which is served directly from a CDN. This provides fast load times and improves performance.

3. API Routes

4. File-Based Routing

5. Automatic Code Splitting

6. CSS and Sass Support

Key Features of Next.js

1. Server-Side Rendering (SSR)

2. Static Site Generation (SSG)

3. Incremental Static Regeneration (ISR)

4. File-Based Routing

5. API Routes

6. Automatic Code Splitting

7. Built-in CSS and Sass Support

8. TypeScript Support

9. Image Optimization

10. Fast Refresh

Next.js combines these features to create a highly efficient and developer-friendly framework for building modern web applications, balancing the benefits of both static and dynamic rendering.

Next.js – Course Curriculum

Module 1: Introduction to Next.js

1. Getting Started with Next.js: An Overview and Benefits

2. Kickstarting Your Next.js Project: Setup and Structure

Module 2: Routing in Next.js

3. Mastering Next.js Routing: From Basics to Advanced Techniques

   • Description: Discover various routing techniques in Next.js, including basic, dynamic, nested, and catch-all routes for building complex applications.

4. Building Efficient Navigation with Parallel Routes in Next.js

5. Advanced Routing Techniques: Intercepting Routes in Next.js

   • Description: Explore techniques for intercepting routes, including soft and direct route interception, to improve navigation and user flow.

Module 3: Styling in Next.js

6. Styling Your Next.js Application: A Comprehensive Guide

   • Description: A deep dive into styling methods available in Next.js 14, including CSS Modules, Sass, styled-jsx, and other approaches to effectively style your application.

Module 4: Asset Management and SEO

7. Optimizing Images, Metadata, and SEO in Next.js

   • Description: Learn how to handle images and static files, configure metadata for pages, and implement SEO optimization techniques to enhance your site’s visibility.

Module 5: Data Management

8. Data Fetching in Next.js: Best Practices and Techniques

   • Description: Explore different methods of data fetching in Next.js, including Server-Side Rendering (SSR), Static Site Generation (SSG), and client-side fetching to improve application performance.

9. Next.js Project with Prisma and SQLite: A Practical Approach

Module 6: API Routes and Middleware

10. Building and Managing API Routes in Next.js

11. Harnessing the Power of Middleware in Next.js

Module 7: User Experience Enhancements

12. Enhancing UX with Custom Loading UI in Next.js

13. Creating a Custom 404 Page in Next.js: Enhancing User Experience

Module 8: Error Handling

14. Error Handling in Next.js: Managing Runtime and Global Errors

Module 9: Building Projects

15. Hands-On Project: Building with Next.js 14

16. Building a Project with Prisma and SQLite: A Practical Approach

Module 10: Deployment

17. Deploying Next.js Apps: A Complete Guide to Vercel

Module 11: Interview Preparation

18. Ace Your Next.js Interviews: Key Questions and Concepts