I cut my web development time by 40% using "boring" tech. No React. No massive API documentation. Just Django + HTMX. I wanted to build a simple Inventory Tracker that felt modern—instant updates, no page refreshes—without the overhead of a heavy JavaScript framework. The result: A high-performance app where the logic stays on the server, and the user experience feels like a native desktop tool. Why this combo is my new favorite: a) Zero JS Fatigue: I didn't write a single line of custom JavaScript. b) Instant Feedback: HTMX swaps HTML fragments instantly. c) Security: Django handles the heavy lifting, keeping the data safe and synced. Sometimes, the best way to move fast isn't to add more libraries—it's to simplify the stack. Are you building with heavy frameworks, or are you looking for a leaner way to ship? Let’s discuss! #Django #HTMX #Python #WebDev #Minimalism #SoftwareEngineering
I would still choose the Javascript Frameworks and libraries
Somebody said it...the tyranny of javascript overhead
Oh this isn't a "boring" stack. I find Django-HTMX-Alpine to be a perfect combination.
A brilliant stack to use👍 If you want to save time
i remember hearing about htmx when rumors of html6 being released were viral around 2017, but i never tried it, thinking that html6 would be released as the final version of htmx someday, lol
Honestly, I haven’t tried HTMX yet. I’ve been so glued to DRF + React/Next.js that I can’t even remember the last time I built a project with actual Django templates. Feels like it might be time to revisit Django in its native form.
Love this. It’s a fantastic reminder that solving user problems doesn't require the newest, most complex stack. Speed of development and performance are real features. Django + HTMX is such a powerful combo for building fast, maintainable apps that feel modern. Congrats on shipping!
You forgot the HTMX and Alpine.js combo, perfect for low JavaScript overhead.
If you are tired of react being heavy you may try on svelte!!! Not big small as much as 1 or 2 hours. It pays off!
Do you have a demo we can test??