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EngineeringFebruary 20, 20265 min read

Getting Started with Next.js

Learn how to build modern web applications with Next.js, React, and server-side rendering. A beginner-friendly guide to getting up and running.

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Alex Chen

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Engineering
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The Power of Server Components

Server Components let you render parts of your application on the server, reducing the amount of JavaScript sent to the browser and improving performance.

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Design
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Designing for Readability

Good typography and layout can make or break a blog. Here are some principles for creating a reading experience your visitors will enjoy.

London
LonelinessWellness
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Why Loneliness Is a Public Health Crisis

The U.S. Surgeon General has declared loneliness an epidemic. Here's what the research says and what we can do about it.

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CommunityAdventures
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Building Community in Los Angeles

LA is massive and sprawling — but that doesn't mean you have to feel lost. Here's how Pulse members are finding their people across the city.

Los Angeles
CommunityCulture
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London's Friendship Revolution

How Pulse members in London are redefining what it means to make friends in a big city, one adventure at a time.

London
WellnessLoneliness
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The Science of Social Connection

What neuroscience and psychology tell us about why we need each other — and how face-to-face connection changes our brains.

AdventuresCommunity
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Pulse Adventures: What to Expect

Curious about your first Pulse adventure? Here's everything you need to know before you show up.

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LonelinessCommunity
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How to Make Friends as an Adult

Making friends after college feels impossible. Here's why it's so hard and practical strategies that actually work.

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CommunityCulture
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Portland: Coffee and Connection

Portland's coffee culture isn't just about the beans — it's about the conversations. How Pulse members are finding community one cup at a time.

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DesignCommunity
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Designing Inclusive Social Spaces

How thoughtful design can make social gatherings feel welcoming to introverts, extroverts, and everyone in between.

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