htmx

htmx is a high-performance tool for building modern web applications using only HTML, attributes, and simple Javascript.

Description

htmx is a modern, open-source JavaScript library that enhances HTML with features like AJAX, CSS transitions, WebSockets, and Server-Sent Events. It allows developers to build dynamic user interfaces using simple HTML attributes, eliminating the need for complex JavaScript frameworks. htmx seamlessly integrates with existing HTML, making it easy to add interactivity without rewriting entire applications. It's lightweight, dependency-free, and highly extensible, enabling developers to customize its functionality as needed. htmx's design philosophy centers around leveraging the power of hypertext, offering a simpler, more efficient way to create modern web experiences.

Features

Leverages existing HTML; Uses attributes for declarative interactivity; Supports AJAX, CSS transitions, WebSockets, and SSE; Lightweight (~14kB minified and gzipped); Dependency-free; Extensible with custom extensions; Focuses on simplicity and maintainability; Provides a streamlined way to build modern web UIs; Offers a clean, intuitive API.

Benefits

Reduced development time and effort; Increased application performance and speed; Enhanced user experience with smooth transitions and dynamic updates; Simplified codebase leading to better maintainability and reduced complexity; Improved developer productivity with intuitive HTML-centric approach; Seamless integration with existing HTML; Lightweight and dependency-free making it easy to implement; Extensible architecture allowing for custom features; Cross-browser compatibility (with the exception of IE in v2.0); Open-source nature fostering community support and collaboration.

Links

• Home: https://htmx.org