Description
Astro is a modern frontend framework for building fast, content-focused websites with any UI framework (React, Vue, Svelte, etc.). It introduces a unique architecture that prioritizes content-first developer experience while automatically eliminating unused JavaScript to deliver lightning-fast performance. Astro enables developers to use their favorite component frameworks side-by-side in the same project while shipping only the necessary client-side JavaScript.
Key Features
- Zero-JS by default architecture
- Multi-framework support
- Partial hydration
- Server-first API design
- Built-in optimizations
Use Cases
- Content-focused websites
- Documentation sites
- Marketing pages
- E-commerce storefronts
- Progressive web apps
Pricing Model
Free and open-source
Integrations
React, Vue, Svelte, Solid, etc., Content management systems, Markdown processing, Image optimization tools, Deployment platforms
Target Audience
Frontend developers, Content creators, Web performance enthusiasts, Full-stack developers, JAMstack developers
Launch Date
2021
Available On
Web, Static site generation, Server-side rendering
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