New York Public Library on Choosing React To Rebuild Website
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The New York Public Library has revamped its Digital Collections website using Next.js, a React-based framework. The site hosts over a million digital items, including various media types. The library aims to make its collection accessible to all users. The new site boasts improved performance, modern design, and enhanced accessibility, meeting WCAG standards. Next.js was chosen for its lightweight nature, hybrid rendering capabilities, and compatibility with their existing design system. This upgrade significantly improves the digital services for the library's vast collection.
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