SSR, CSR, ISR, SSG: Understanding the Differences

📚Server-Side Rendering (SSR) generates the HTML on the server and sends it to the client, reducing the workload on the client.

💻Client-Side Rendering (CSR) loads a minimal HTML page and renders the content on the client through JavaScript, providing interactivity but increasing the client's workload.

♻️Incremental Static Regeneration (ISR) combines the benefits of SSR and SSG by generating static pages at build time and regenerating them on-demand.

🏗️Static Site Generation (SSG) pre-builds all the HTML pages at build time, resulting in fast load times, but dynamic content may require additional steps.

⚖️Choose the rendering approach based on your project's requirements, considering factors like performance, dynamic content, build times, and user experience.

When should I consider using server-side rendering (SSR)?

—SSR is beneficial when you want to reduce the client's workload, improve performance, and ensure SEO compatibility.

What are the advantages of client-side rendering (CSR)?

—CSR enables dynamic content, provides interactivity, and allows for faster subsequent page navigation.

What is incremental static regeneration (ISR)?

—ISR combines the benefits of SSR and SSG by generating static pages at build time and incrementally regenerating them on-demand.

What are the benefits of static site generation (SSG)?

—SSG results in fast load times, better security, and simpler hosting, but may require additional steps for handling dynamic content.

How do I choose the appropriate rendering approach for my project?

—Consider factors like your project's performance requirements, dynamic content needs, build times, and user experience to make an informed decision.

00:00This video explains the differences between SSR, CSR, ISR, and SSG in web development.

02:10Server-Side Rendering (SSR) generates HTML on the server and reduces the client's workload.

03:55Client-Side Rendering (CSR) loads minimal HTML and renders content on the client through JavaScript, providing interactivity.

06:30Incremental Static Regeneration (ISR) combines SSR and SSG by generating static pages at build time and regenerating them on-demand.

09:20Static Site Generation (SSG) pre-builds all HTML pages at build time for fast load times, but dynamic content may require additional steps.

10:45Choose the appropriate rendering approach based on your project's requirements and factors like performance, dynamic content, and build times.