nextjs-16-skill

To decide between Server Components and Client Components in Next.js 16, evaluate data fetching and interactivity needs. Use Server Components for data access and Client Components for state and interactivity, guided by this skill's best practices.

The best way to handle data mutations in the Next.js 16 App Router is using Server Actions. This skill guides implementing Server Actions for secure, direct data mutations without creating additional API endpoints.

App Router file-based routing in Next.js 16 uses directory structures to define routes and layouts. This skill provides references and examples for structuring routes, nested layouts, and error handling across your application.

Yes, you can integrate authentication into Next.js 16 using Better Auth. This skill provides pattern guidance for secure session handling, routing protection, and scaling authentication within Server Actions and App Router architectures.

Structure API route handlers in Next.js 16 by defining route.js files within the App Router directory. This skill offers best practices and examples for implementing API route handlers alongside Server Actions and App Router components.