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 Next.js 15: A Leap Forward in High-Performance Development!

Exciting news for web developers! Next.js 15 has just been released, bringing a host of advanced features that boost performance and developer experience. This new version offers Partial Pre-rendering (PPR), after() API for post-response operations, caching optimizations, Turbopack integration for faster builds, and React 19 and Compiler optimizations.

With PPR, you can combine static and dynamic rendering in a single page, perfect for scenarios where SEO optimization meets dynamic content. The after() API enables executing tasks like logging or analytics after the client receives the response, optimizing perceived performance by deferring non-critical work.

Turbopack, Next.js 15's new build system written in Rust, significantly speeds up local development, reducing build times and improving developer productivity. Caching optimizations provide more fine-grained control over data freshness, allowing you to define explicit caching strategies for specific API fetches.

These innovative features make it easier to debug hydration errors by showing clearer error messages with exact discrepancies. React 19's useActionState simplifies managing action states without needing hooks like useMemo or useCallback.

Get started with Next.js 15 and create a new project using the official starter kit, create-next-app. With Turbopack enabled, you'll enjoy faster builds and hot-reloading during local development. Start your next project today!

Source: https://dev.to/abdulnasirolcan/nextjs-15-new-features-for-high-performance-development-o