next-cache-components

Implement Next.js 16+ Cache Components with 'use cache' and cacheLife directives.

1|1|Updated May 15, 2025
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npx skills add https://github.com/raphaelandrews/fsx --skill next-cache-components-raphaelandrews
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Skill: next-cache-components
Source: https://github.com/raphaelandrews/fsx/tree/main/.agents/skills/next-cache-components
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/raphaelandrews/fsx --skill next-cache-components-raphaelandrews

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Balance static prerendering with dynamic updates in Next.js 16+ routes by implementing Cache Components.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Enable Cache Components in Next.js 16+ projects to mix static, cached, and dynamic content in a single route.
  • Use the 'use cache' directive, cacheLife, cacheTag, and updateTag to control caching, invalidation, and revalidation.
  • Apply these patterns across pages and components to optimize performance while preserving up-to-date data.

Quick Start

Enable Cache Components in your Next.js project and start annotating parts of your UI with 'use cache' to progressively render content.

Frequently Asked Questions about next-cache-components

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I use the use cache directive in Next.js 16+ to balance static prerendering with dynamic updates?

Use the 'use cache' directive in Next.js 16+ to implement Cache Components, balancing static prerendering with dynamic updates by mixing static, cached, and dynamic content within a single route.

What are Cache Components in Next.js and when do I need them?

Cache Components in Next.js are a pattern for mixing static, cached, and dynamic content in real-world routes. You need them when pages require mixed rendering and selective revalidation to optimize web performance while preserving up-to-date data.

How do I control cache invalidation and revalidation for server components in Next.js?

Control cache invalidation and revalidation for server components in Next.js by using cacheLife, cacheTag, and updateTag alongside the 'use cache' directive to selectively revalidate cached content across pages and components.

Can I mix static and dynamic content in a single Next.js route?

Yes, you can mix static and dynamic content in a single Next.js route by enabling Cache Components. This allows you to progressively render content by annotating specific parts of your UI with the 'use cache' directive.

Does enabling Cache Components in Next.js require specific runtime configurations?

Enabling Cache Components in Next.js 16+ involves handling specific runtime constraints to properly apply caching patterns across pages and components, ensuring that static, cached, and dynamic content renders correctly.