Unlocking the Power of Middleware and Edge Functions in Next.js
As a developer, you’re constantly looking for ways to improve the performance, security, and functionality of your web applications. Two powerful tools that can help you achieve these goals are middleware and Edge Functions. In this article, we’ll explore what middleware is, how it works, and its advantages and disadvantages. We’ll also dive into Edge Functions, their use cases, and how to create one.
What is Middleware?
Middleware is a piece of code that sits between your application and the incoming request,