Question 1

How do I integrate HMPL with a Node.js backend?

Accepted Answer

You can set up server routes to return HTML snippets for HMPL's fetch requests. The README shows basic usage with templates, but you'll need to configure your server to handle endpoints like /api/clicks, similar to the example provided.

Question 2

What are the performance trade-offs of using HMPL vs. fetching JSON?

Accepted Answer

HMPL fetches HTML directly, reducing client-side rendering work but increasing payload size compared to JSON. It improves initial load times by minimizing JavaScript, but may increase server load due to frequent HTML generation.

Question 3

HMPL vs HTMX: which is better for server-driven UIs?

Accepted Answer

HMPL is lighter and more minimal, focusing on customizable fetch requests with a smaller bundle, while HTMX offers more built-in behaviors and a larger community. Choose HMPL if bundle size is critical; HTMX if you need broader features and support.

Question 4

Can HMPL handle form submissions without custom JavaScript?

Accepted Answer

Yes, HMPL supports automatic generation of body for forms, as mentioned in the features, allowing form data to be sent to the server via fetch requests without manual handling, though you may need server-side processing for validation.

Question 5

Is HMPL suitable for single-page applications (SPAs)?

Accepted Answer

It can be used for SPAs by fetching HTML fragments, but it lacks built-in routing or state management, so you'd need additional tools for navigation and global state, making it better for hybrid or server-enhanced apps.

Question 6

How does HMPL handle caching and offline capabilities?

Accepted Answer

The README mentions caching support in features, but details are sparse; you'd likely need to implement custom cache strategies or rely on browser fetch caching, as it doesn't provide built-in offline functionality.

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