Getting Started with Next.js 14

Introduction to Next.js 14

Next.js 14 introduces several exciting new features and improvements over previous versions. In this post, we'll explore the key updates and how you can leverage them in your projects.

Key Features

• App Router: A new file-system based router with improved performance and developer experience.
• Server Components: Build faster applications by moving components to the server.
• Turbopack: A new incremental bundler optimized for JavaScript and TypeScript.
• Improved Image Component: Better performance and developer experience for handling images.

Getting Started

To create a new Next.js 14 project, run the following command:

npx create-next-app@latest my-app
cd my-app
npm run dev

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Conclusion

Next.js 14 makes it easier than ever to build fast, scalable web applications with React. The new features and improvements help developers be more productive while delivering better user experiences.