What is HMPL.js?
Server-oriented customizable templating for JavaScript. It is based on customizable requests sent to the server via fetch and processed into ready-made HTML. The language is integrated with JSON5 and DOMPurify. Alternative to HTMX and Alpine.js.
Problem
Developers using traditional client-side templating solutions like HTMX or Alpine.js face increased latency due to client-side rendering and potential security vulnerabilities from un-sanitized HTML output.
Solution
A JavaScript templating language tool that lets users send customizable requests to the server via fetch and process them into ready-made HTML, integrated with JSON5 for flexible data handling and DOMPurify for security.
Customers
Web developers and full-stack engineers building server-rendered applications, especially those prioritizing security and reduced client-side complexity.
Unique Features
Server-first rendering with built-in XSS sanitization via DOMPurify, JSON5 support for simplified data structures, and seamless HTML generation without client-side frameworks.
User Comments
Simplifies server-client UI rendering
Appreciates built-in security features
Reduces client-side JavaScript overhead
Effective alternative to HTMX/Alpine.js
Easy integration with existing backends
Traction
Launched on ProductHunt (specific metrics unavailable from provided data). Positioned as a niche solution in the JavaScript templating ecosystem.
Market Size
The global web framework market reached $9.7 billion in 2022 (Grand View Research), with JavaScript libraries driving significant growth.
