Next.js is an open-source React framework for building fast, scalable, and SEO-friendly web applications. It offers server-side rendering (SSR), static site generation (SSG), and API routes, making it a powerful tool for developers. Next.js is widely used for building modern web applications, e-commerce platforms, and dynamic websites.

Features of Next.js:

• Server-side rendering (SSR) and static site generation (SSG) for improved performance.
• Built-in API routes for backend functionality within the same project.
• Automatic code splitting, image optimization, and middleware support.
• Seamless integration with CMS platforms, databases, and cloud services.

To start the Next.js development server, run $ npm run dev and access it at http://localhost:3000

Disclaimer: Next.js is an open-source project developed and maintained by Vercel. It is provided under the MIT license and comes with no warranty or official support unless used with Vercel’s managed services.