Static Content Delivery
Static Content Delivery is a web development approach that serves pre-built, unchanging files (like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, images, and videos) directly to users without server-side processing. It involves hosting these static assets on optimized infrastructure, such as Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) or specialized platforms, to ensure fast, reliable, and scalable access. This method contrasts with dynamic content generation, where pages are created on-the-fly by server applications.
Developers should use Static Content Delivery for performance-critical websites, blogs, documentation sites, or marketing pages where content rarely changes, as it reduces server load, improves page load times, and enhances security by minimizing server-side vulnerabilities. It's ideal for projects built with static site generators like Jekyll or Hugo, or when deploying to platforms like Netlify or Vercel, enabling global distribution via CDNs for better user experience.