nextjs-16

To migrate middleware to proxy.ts in Next.js 16, create a root proxy.ts file and transfer your existing middleware logic into it. This enables Node.js-based route protection and aligns with the new App Router conventions.

The proxy.ts file in Next.js 16 replaces traditional middleware with a Node.js-based proxy. It handles route protection, authentication flows, and request routing within the App Router architecture.

Configuring App Router conventions in Next.js 16 involves following recommended project structure patterns for page organization and route grouping. This Skill provides the structural patterns needed to organize routes effectively.

Recommended caching strategies for Next.js 16 production apps include per-route caching and static caching optimizations. These strategies improve performance by controlling how routes are cached and served.

Yes, you can use proxy.ts for authentication flows and route protection in Next.js 16. The Node.js-based proxy system replaces middleware to secure routes and manage access control across your application.

Yes, you need to align next.config.ts when migrating to Next.js 16 patterns. Updating the configuration ensures compatibility with the new proxy.ts system, App Router conventions, and optimized caching strategies.