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Getting Started with Next.js and MDX
A guide to setting up a blog with Next.js App Router and MDX for content creation.
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Welcome to my first blog post! In this article, I'll walk you through how I set up this blog using Next.js and MDX.
## Why Next.js and MDX?
Next.js provides an excellent developer experience with its App Router, while MDX allows you to use JSX components directly in your markdown content. This combination is perfect for a modern blog.
### Key Features
- **Fast Performance**: Next.js offers static generation and server-side rendering
- **Type Safety**: Full TypeScript support out of the box
- **MDX Support**: Write content in markdown with the power of React components
- **Modern Styling**: Tailwind CSS for rapid UI development
## Code Example
Here's an example of how you can use code blocks with syntax highlighting:
```javascript
// This is a simple React component
function HelloWorld() {
return