Middleware
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What is Middleware?
Middleware is a powerful feature that allows you to intercept and run code on the server before a request is completed. Then, based on the incoming request, you can modify the response by rewriting, redirecting, modifying the request or response headers, or responding directly. Middleware executes before routes are rendered. It's particularly useful for implementing custom server-side logic like authentication, logging, or handling redirects.
Free resources to learn Middleware
- Official docsMiddleware for App Router
- Official docsMiddleware for Pages Router
- VideoNext.js 15 Tutorial - Middleware
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Middleware: common questions
Can I learn Middleware in Hindi?
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Is this Middleware tutorial for beginners?
It is lesson 35 of 94 in the free Next.js roadmap, in stage 15, Middleware. If you are new to Next.js, start from stage 1 and come back here in order; if you already know the earlier stages, this lesson stands on its own.