WTF is Next.js?

Alright, let's get this straight - Next.js is a game-changer for building web apps with React. If you're tired of messy routing and slow page loads, you're in the right place.

Here's the tea on Next.js:

* Server-Side Rendering (SSR): This is a fancy way of saying your pages load faster because the server does some of the work. No more waiting forever for that first paint!

* Static Site Generation (SSG): Next.js can pre-build some of your pages, making them lightning fast. Think blogs, landing pages, and anything that doesn't need to change every second.

* React, But Better: If you already know React, you're halfway there. Next.js just makes it way easier to build, scale, and deploy your apps.

* It's Giving...Efficiency: Next.js handles a lot of the boring stuff for you, so you can focus on building cool features and making your app look snatched.

Why should you care?

* Faster Websites: Nobody likes a slow website. Next.js makes sure your users aren't waiting around.

* Better SEO: Google loves fast websites. Next.js helps you rank higher in search results.

* Developer Happiness: Seriously, Next.js makes building web apps more enjoyable. You'll be shipping code like a boss.

By the end of this lesson, you've understood:

* What even is Next.js?

* Why it's different (and better) than regular React?

* When to use Next.js (and when maybe not to)?

Let's dive in!