algernon
A self-contained, pure-Go web server with built-in Lua scripting, multiple template engines, database backends, and support for HTTP/2, QUIC, and AI/LLM integration.
What is algernon?
Algernon is a self-contained web server and application server written in Go that integrates scripting, templating, database support, and modern web protocols into a single executable. It allows developers to build and serve dynamic web applications using Lua for logic, multiple template engines for views, and various databases for storage, all with minimal configuration. The server also includes features like HTTP/2, QUIC, AI/LLM integration via Ollama, and a built-in auto-refresh for development.
Developers and system administrators looking for a lightweight, all-in-one web server to host dynamic applications, static sites, or prototypes without managing separate runtime environments or complex deployment setups. It's particularly suited for those who prefer Lua scripting and want integrated database and AI capabilities.
Algernon stands out by combining a web server, scripting engine, template system, and database connectivity in a single, dependency-free Go binary. Its built-in support for Lua, multiple databases, modern protocols, and AI integration reduces setup time and external dependencies, making it ideal for rapid development and self-hosted deployments.
Overview
Small self-contained pure-Go web server with Lua, Teal, Markdown, Ollama, HTTP/2, QUIC, Redis, SQLite and PostgreSQL support ++
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