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Getting Started with Next.js 13
Jane Smith
2024-03-15
Next.js 13 introduces several groundbreaking features that revolutionize how we build web applications. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore:
## Key Features
1. **App Directory**: The new app directory provides a more intuitive way to handle routing and layouts.
2. **Server Components**: Write components that run on the server for better performance.
3. **Streaming**: Incrementally render and stream UI components for better user experience.
## Getting Started
First, create a new Next.js project using:
```bash
npx create-next-app@latest my-app
```
## Best Practices
- Keep your components small and focused
- Use Server Components by default
- Implement proper error boundaries
- Optimize images using Next.js Image component