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Datastar: Web Framework for the Future?

# TLDR Datastar is a new hypermedia framework that makes building real-time web applications simpler and more efficient. It prioritizes server-side logic, uses “signals” for automatic UI updates, and leverages Server-Sent Events for lightning-fast performance. If you’re looking for a streamlined alternative to traditional JavaScript frameworks or HTMX, Datastar is worth exploring. However, it requires that you approach web development with a fresh perspective, embracing server-driven architecture and reactive programming.

I’ve been diving into hypermedia lately looking at frameworks and libraries to build a new product and to help quickly create proof of concepts and web tools for clients. Project Structure: Carefully plan how you’ll organize your server-side code to handle SSE connections, manage signals, and generate HTML fragments efficiently. Scalability: If you anticipate high traffic or require your application to scale, consider using a backend technology that can handle a large number of concurrent SSE connections efficiently.

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