Engineering Glossary

What is React Server Components (RSC)?

Executing React UI logic on the server to eliminate client-side JavaScript.

Definition

A paradigm shift in Next.js where components are rendered entirely on the server. This ships zero JavaScript to the browser, resulting in perfect Lighthouse scores, instant loading, and highly secure database queries executed directly in the component.

Key Benefits

100/100 Lighthouse scores
Enhanced SEO
Direct SQL querying