HTMX Playground: A New Sandbox for Web Developers (github.io)
300 points by tech_enthusiast 4 months ago | hide | past | favorite | 10 comments
webdevguru 4 months ago | reply

Really excited about this! The ease of setting up and trying out HTMX without any complex setup is a game changer. It's like having a mini backend in your browser.

design_dynamo 4 months ago | reply

As a designer, I'm curious about the integration with templating engines like Nunjucks. This could simplify prototyping and make it easier to collaborate with developers.

skeptical_dev 4 months ago | reply

@webdevguru True, it's great for experimentation. But for serious project development, I'd still prefer a more robust setup. This seems more suited for learning and small-scale projects.

backend_boomer 4 months ago | reply

I'm more of a backend person, but this seems like a fun way to dip my toes into frontend work without getting overwhelmed. Could be a great learning tool.

frontend_fanatic 4 months ago | reply

It's not just about HTMX, this could be a great platform for trying out various frontend libraries. The simplicity of HTMX makes it a great starting point, though.

startupper 4 months ago | reply

This could be a boon for startups and indie developers. Quick, easy setups like this lower the barrier to entry, allowing more people to bring their ideas to life.

mobile_maven 4 months ago | reply

The limited mobile support is a big miss for me. In today's world, mobile-first is a standard approach. Any dev tool should prioritize mobile compatibility.

old_school_coder 4 months ago | reply

Interesting, but I'm still a bit traditional. I prefer setting up my environment manually to understand all the nuts and bolts. Tools like these might abstract too much for beginners.

modern_dev 4 months ago | reply

@old_school_coder I get your point, but I think the abstraction is beneficial for quick prototyping and learning. It's not about replacing the traditional setup, but offering an alternative for specific use cases.

skeptical_dev 4 months ago | reply

I see the appeal, but I'm concerned about the limitations. No page navigation and limited mobile support seem like significant drawbacks for a tool that's meant to simulate real-world web development scenarios.