Astro is a modern web framework designed for building fast, content-focused websites. It’s perfect for blogs, portfolios, documentation sites, and more.
Why Choose Astro?
Astro offers several compelling advantages for developers:
1. Zero JavaScript by Default
Unlike traditional frameworks, Astro ships zero JavaScript to the browser by default. This means your pages load incredibly fast.
// Your components render to HTML at build time
// No JavaScript needed unless you explicitly add it2. Component Islands
Need interactivity? Astro’s “Island Architecture” lets you add JavaScript components only where needed:
---
import ReactCounter from './Counter.jsx';
---
<!-- This component will be interactive -->
<ReactCounter client:visible />
<!-- This is just static HTML -->
<p>Static content here</p>3. Bring Your Own Framework
Astro works with React, Vue, Svelte, and more. Use your favorite UI components:
- React
- Vue
- Svelte
- Solid
- Preact
- Lit
Getting Started
Create a new Astro project:
npm create astro@latestFollow the prompts to set up your project. Choose a template that fits your needs.
Project Structure
A typical Astro project looks like this:
├── src/
│ ├── components/
│ ├── layouts/
│ ├── pages/
│ └── content/
├── public/
├── astro.config.mjs
└── package.jsonConclusion
Astro is an excellent choice for building modern, performant websites. Its focus on content and minimal JavaScript makes it ideal for blogs and portfolios.
Give it a try and see how fast your sites can be!