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Alex Hramovich
Alex Hramovich
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How to Optimize Vercel Cost in 2026

How to Optimize Vercel Cost in 2026

Vercel pricing guide: Learn how to optimize Vercel cost, compare Pro vs Enterprise plans, and decide when self-hosting Next.js can deliver better performance and long-term cost savings.

Custom Admin Panels With Payload CMS

Custom Admin Panels With Payload CMS

Payload CMS is redefining how developers build admin panels. Explore its Next.js, TypeScript, and React foundations, and why it’s the best headless CMS choice for 2026.

Next.js SEO Best Practices: Pitfalls to Avoid in 2026

Next.js SEO Best Practices: Pitfalls to Avoid in 2026

Next.js SEO: Common pitfalls and solutions for content rendering, metadata optimization, site performance, and crawlability. Real implementations addressing frequent mistakes and proven fixes that improve search rankings and user experience

Next.js App Router SEO Guide (Meta Tags, Sitemaps, Core Web Vitals & More)

Next.js App Router SEO Guide (Meta Tags, Sitemaps, Core Web Vitals & More)

App Router is the new standard for Next.js apps. Master Next.js App Router SEO: metadata, sitemaps, Core Web Vitals, and structured data. Production-ready checklist for 2026 rankings.

Next.js SEO Benefits and Optimization in 2026

Next.js SEO Benefits and Optimization in 2026

Next.js SEO main principles. Learn how Next.js improves SEO through server-side rendering, static generation, image optimization, and code splitting to rank higher on Google.

Vercel vs Netlify: How to Pick a Web Platform for Deployment in 2026

Vercel vs Netlify: How to Pick a Web Platform for Deployment in 2026

Vercel vs Netlify explained: compare SSR, edge performance, pricing, and features to choose the best platform for Next.js or static sites.

Beyond SEO: A Strategist's Guide to Generative Engine Optimization (GEO)

Beyond SEO: A Strategist's Guide to Generative Engine Optimization (GEO)

The era of "ten blue links" is over. Learn how Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) is replacing traditional SEO and discover data-backed strategies to win in the age of AI search.

A/B Testing & Personalization with Headless CMS

A/B Testing & Personalization with Headless CMS

Check how Payload integrates with Statsig to enable A/B testing, real-time content updates, feature flags, and session replay. Optimize user experience, personalize content, and make data-driven decisions faster.

Semantic AI search system using OpenAI and PostgreSQL vector extension

Semantic AI search system using OpenAI and PostgreSQL vector extension

Semantic search, which allows searching for content based on its meaning, while maintaining speed and considering keywords.

International and multilingual sites with Storyblok and Next.js. Part 2

International and multilingual sites with Storyblok and Next.js. Part 2

Learn how to localize Storyblok with Next.js, add hreflang SEO tags, and redirect users to the right language version with middleware. This is the second part of “Storyblok localization with NextJS” article series.

International and multilingual sites with Storyblok and Next.js. Part 1

International and multilingual sites with Storyblok and Next.js. Part 1

Storyblok CMS is a unique headless CMS with a large number of advanced features. This is a modern platform that combines the best solutions for building content-centric websites

Storyblok with Next.js 15 App Router Guide

Storyblok with Next.js 15 App Router Guide

If you're looking to create a Storyblok based static website with the Next.js 15 app router, you're in the right place. In this step-by-step guide, we will show you how to set up basic things

Storyblok AI Plugin by FocusReactive: Setup & Features

Storyblok AI Plugin by FocusReactive: Setup & Features

Save hours on content localization and SEO writing with Storyblok AI plugin. The FocusReactive team brings OpenAI-powered translations and automatic summaries directly into your editorial workflow.

Common Next.js Project Challenges in 2024

Common Next.js Project Challenges in 2024

Discover essential insights into common Next.js project challenges in 2024, including rendering strategies, build types, and optimization techniques. Learn from expert audits to avoid costly mistakes and enhance your web application's performance and SEO.

Best Headless CMS for NextJS in 2023

Best Headless CMS for NextJS in 2023

In this article, we'll dive into the updated top headless CMS options and compare their features, benefits, and drawbacks to help developers make an informed decision.

Recap of Next.js Conf 2023 and v14 release

Recap of Next.js Conf 2023 and v14 release

Our team have closely followed the Next.js Conf 2023 live stream and we've picked few of our favourite talks to recap. We'll dive deep into the Next.js 14 release, exploring the newest trends and techniques that are poised to shape the future of web development.