Next.js version 1 was a groundbreaking release, setting the foundation for future versions of the framework by introducing server-side rendering (SSR) and initial static export capabilities. Released on November 4, 2016, Next.js 1.0.1 laid out the essentials for streamlined, React-based development, enabling developers to render React applications on the server side easily. This feature was pivotal for SEO optimization and performance, making it a popular choice among developers looking to build fast and scalable React applications. This initial release also simplified routing by automatically creating routes based on the file structure, making navigation and page setup effortless for developers