Next.js 15: Production-Ready Features You Need to Know

Next.js 15: Production-Ready Features You Need to Know

Next.js 15 brings significant improvements for building production-grade applications. Let's explore the key features that make it an excellent choice.

App Router Stability

The App Router is now fully stable, providing file-based routing with powerful layouts and streaming.

Server Components by Default

Server Components reduce JavaScript sent to the browser, improving performance automatically.

Streaming & Partial Pre-rendering

Stream content to users incrementally while calculating static parts in the background.

Enhanced Image Optimization

The built-in Image component provides automatic optimization with blur placeholders and responsive sizing.

import Image from 'next/image';

export default function Hero() {
  return (
    <Image
      src="/hero.jpg"
      alt="Hero"
      width={1200}
      height={600}
      priority
    />
  );
}

Edge Runtime Support

Deploy functions to edge locations worldwide with Edge Runtime, reducing latency significantly.

Next.js 15 is designed for scale and performance. It's the framework of choice for modern web development.