Search Results: CustomElements

Custom elements—once a niche part of the Web Components spec—are now a practical tool for Rails developers. By pairing them with Hotwire’s Turbo, you can build reusable, instantly‑responsive UI pieces without sacrificing semantic HTML or server‑side rendering. This article walks through the fundamentals, contrasts them with Stimulus, and shows a real‑world optimistic‑form pattern that keeps users engaged while the server catches up.

Discover practical strategies for implementing micro frontends from a seasoned full-stack architect. Explore four battle-tested approaches—iframes, Web Components, single-spa, and Module Federation—with real-world code examples, tradeoffs, and expert insights on when each shines. Learn how to achieve team autonomy, framework flexibility, and independent deployments in complex frontend ecosystems.