Getting Started with Astro
Astro is a modern static site generator that lets you build faster websites with less client-side JavaScript. In this post, we’ll explore what makes Astro special and how to get started.
What is Astro?
Astro is designed to help you build content-focused websites like blogs, marketing sites, and documentation sites. It brings together the best parts of modern web development while maintaining excellent performance.
Key Features
- Zero JavaScript by default: Ships HTML and CSS, with JavaScript only when needed
- Component Islands: Interactive components load independently
- Framework agnostic: Use React, Vue, Svelte, or vanilla JavaScript
- Built-in optimizations: Automatic image optimization, CSS bundling, and more
Getting Started
To create a new Astro project:
npm create astro@latestThis will create a new project with everything you need to start building.
Conclusion
Astro represents a shift towards more thoughtful web development, where performance and user experience are prioritized. Give it a try for your next project!