Server Side Rendering
Server Side Rendering (SSR) is a web development technique where web pages are rendered on the server instead of in the browser. It generates the full HTML for a page on the server and sends it to the client, allowing for faster initial page loads and better SEO. This contrasts with Client Side Rendering, where the browser downloads minimal HTML and uses JavaScript to build the page.
Developers should use SSR when building applications that require fast initial page loads, improved SEO for search engine crawlers, or better performance on low-powered devices. It's particularly useful for content-heavy websites like blogs, e-commerce platforms, and news sites where first contentful paint is critical. SSR also enhances social media sharing by providing complete metadata in the initial HTML response.