Is HTMX Right For You? - Hypermedia Systems by Gross, Stepinski, & Akşimşek
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Rethinking REST: JSON APIs and Hypermedia
This chapter examines the misconceptions surrounding the term 'REST API' and highlights the shift towards JSON data APIs at the expense of traditional REST principles. It critiques current implementations that mimic RPC practices and discusses practical considerations in maintaining both JSON and hypermedia APIs. The speakers also reflect on the integration of HTMX in web applications, sharing personal insights on its benefits, limitations, and the relevance of semantic HTML in coding practices.
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