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Getting Started with Next.js 14
ABy Azril Aiman
# Getting Started with Next.js 14
Next.js 14 introduces several exciting features that make it even more powerful for building modern web applications.
## What's New in Next.js 14
### 1. Turbopack (Stable)
Turbopack is now stable and provides:
- 700x faster updates than Webpack
- 10x faster updates than Vite
- Native support for TypeScript and JSX
### 2. Server Actions (Stable)
Server Actions are now stable and allow you to:
- Mutate data directly from components
- Reduce client-side JavaScript
- Simplify data fetching patterns
### 3. Partial Prerendering (Preview)
A new rendering model that combines:
- Static shell for instant loading
- Dynamic slots for personalized content
- Best of both worlds performance
## Setting Up a New Project
```bash
npx create-next-app@latest my-app --typescript --tailwind --app
cd my-app
npm run dev
```
## Best Practices
1. **Use the App Router**: The new App Router provides better organization and features
2. **Leverage Server Components**: Use Server Components by default for better performance
3. **Implement Proper Error Handling**: Use error.tsx and not-found.tsx files
4. **Optimize Images**: Always use the Next.js Image component
5. **Use Metadata API**: Implement proper SEO with the new metadata API
## Conclusion
Next.js 14 represents a significant step forward in React development. With its focus on performance, developer experience, and modern patterns, it's an excellent choice for building web applications in 2024.