

htmx: a new old way to build the web (JS Party #307)
Jan 12, 2024
Carson Gross and Alex Russell discuss web architectures, the evolution of rendering patterns, and the advantages of htmx. They explore the limitations of modern web app practices and how htmx offers an HTML-first approach using older technology. They also touch on the challenges faced by web developers and the use of JSON in web development. They dive into using htmx to improve web page rendering performance and discuss Roy Fielding's dissertation on hypermedia and interactivity. They explore the idea of dismantling one-size-fits-all web applications and address challenges in managing technology. They end with a discussion about Montana, education links, and gratitude.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
HTMX and its Popularity
02:13 • 20min
Limitations of Frameworks and Introduction to Socket
22:12 • 5min
The Use of JSON in Web Development
27:11 • 20min
Using HTM X to Improve Web Page Rendering Performance
47:21 • 16min
Discussing Roy Fielding's dissertation, hypermedia, and the integration of interactivity with a hypermedia system
01:03:10 • 3min
Dismantling One-Size-Fits-All Web Applications
01:05:53 • 8min
Addressing Challenges and Management Support
01:13:25 • 29min
Discussion about Montana, education links, and gratitude
01:42:39 • 2min