htmx

Powerful HTML tools for modern web development

About htmx

htmx enables AJAX, CSS Transitions, WebSockets, and Server-Sent Events directly in HTML using attributes. This lightweight, dependency-free library simplifies building dynamic interfaces while maintaining the simplicity of hypertext. htmx is compact (~14k min.gz’d), extendable, and has been shown to reduce codebase sizes by 67% compared to React.

Key features

Ease of Integration

Add dynamic, AJAX-powered interactions to existing HTML with minimal rework, eliminating the need for heavier JavaScript frameworks.

Server-Side Rendering

Leverages server-side rendering and progressive enhancement for improved SEO, faster initial load times, and better accessibility.

Reduced JavaScript

Manages interactivity through HTML attributes, reducing custom JavaScript code and potential bugs for easier maintenance.

Progressive Enhancement

Enhances features progressively without breaking the core user experience, ensuring functionality even with JavaScript disabled.

Declarative Style

Promotes a declarative programming approach, making code more readable and maintainable by clearly defining behavior in HTML.

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