Next.js 15.5: Key Features, Updates, What Developers Need to Know

Next.js 15.5 is here, and it brings a host of improvements that developers have been waiting for. The focus this time is on stability, performance, and developer experience.

Turbopack Builds

Turbopack is now the default bundler for development, offering significantly faster startup and HMR times. This change alone is a game-changer for large projects.

Stable Node.js Middleware

Middleware has graduated to stable status, allowing for more robust edge logic and request processing. This opens up new possibilities for authentication, routing, and localization.

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