Data Fetching Strategies in Next.js - SSR, SSG, ISR, and RSC

“Performance is not a feature - it’s the foundation. Next.js gives you the tools to build it right.” Key Takeaways Next.js provides multiple data fetching strategies depending on performance and freshness needs. SSR fetches data on every request and is best for dynamic content. SSG generates pages at build time, making it extremely fast. ISR updates static pages after deployment without full rebuilds. RSC (React Server Components) is the modern default in App Router. Caching in Next.js is contro