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Next.js Learning Roadmap

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Introduction

Your complete learning path for Next.js — from the App Router and server components through data fetching, API routes, optimization, and production deployment. Follow the stages in order or jump to specific topics.

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Next.js builds on React. Complete the React roadmap first to understand components, hooks, and state management.
Full Next.js Roadmap
1
Next.js Foundations~4 hoursBeginner

Understand Next.js's core concepts — file-based routing, layouts, pages, and the App Router mental model.

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Next.js Overview

Introduction to Next.js, project structure, core concepts, and why Next.js for production apps

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App Router

File conventions, layouts, pages, loading states, error boundaries, and nested routes

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Components & Rendering~5 hoursIntermediate

Master the server/client divide — server components, streaming, and Suspense boundaries.

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Server Components

Server vs client components, RSC format, streaming, Suspense, and when to use 'use client'

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Data & APIs~6 hoursIntermediate

Fetch data on the server, build API routes, and handle forms with Server Actions.

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Data Fetching

Cache strategies, revalidation (ISR/on-demand), dynamic routes, and parallel data fetching

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API Routes

Route handlers (GET/POST/etc.), middleware, authentication, file uploads, and edge runtime

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Forms & Actions

Server Actions, form handling, progressive enhancement, revalidation, and error handling

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Optimization~4 hoursAdvanced

Optimize your Next.js app for performance — images, fonts, metadata, and code splitting.

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Optimization

Image component, font optimization, metadata API, sitemap generation, and code splitting strategies

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Deployment & Production~4 hoursAdvanced

Deploy Next.js apps to production — Vercel, Docker, self-hosted, and edge runtime options.

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Deployment

Vercel deployment, Docker containers, self-hosted with Node.js, edge runtime, and CI/CD pipelines

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