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    Routing

    The mechanism that maps URLs to specific pages or components in a web application.

    Why it matters

    • Enables navigation between different views
    • Supports deep linking and bookmarking
    • Affects SEO through URL structure

    When to use

    • In any multi-page or multi-view application
    • When you need shareable URLs for different states
    • When implementing navigation patterns

    Common mistakes

    • Creating confusing or inconsistent URL structures
    • Not handling 404 pages properly
    • Breaking the browser back button functionality

    Related terms

    Next.jsSPA (Single Page App)REST APIDeep Linking
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