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Developer screen showing Next.js analytics dashboard code and charts

2026-08-23 · 8 min read

Analytics in Next.js: Vercel Analytics, PostHog, Plausible Setup

Set up Vercel Analytics, PostHog, and Plausible in Next.js 14+ the right way - no bloat, no cookie banners where you don't need them, real data.

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Developer working on deployment pipeline on a laptop screen

2026-08-21 · 9 min read

Deploying Next.js in 2026: Vercel, Docker, VPS Compared

Vercel, Docker, or a bare VPS? In 2026, the right Next.js deployment choice depends on your traffic, budget, and how much ops pain you're willing to accept.

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Laptop screen showing Next.js code with Open Graph image preview

2026-08-15 · 8 min read

Next.js OG Image Generation: @vercel/og, Edge Runtime, Custom Fonts

Generate dynamic Open Graph images in Next.js 14+ using @vercel/og on the Edge Runtime - custom fonts, JSX templates, and zero cold starts explained.

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