Overview
Alpine.js provides the reactive and declarative nature of big frameworks like Vue or React at a much lower cost. It allows you to add interactivity to your HTML using simple attributes, without the need for a complex build step.
Key Features
- Declarative: Define behavior directly in your HTML attributes (e.g.,
x-data,x-on:click). - Minimal: Very small footprint, ideal for adding 'sprinkles' of interactivity.
- No Build Step: Can be included via a simple
<script>tag. - Great for SSR: Works perfectly with traditional server-side frameworks like Laravel or Rails.
Use Cases
Alpine.js is ideal for simple components like dropdowns, modals, and tabs on sites that don't need a full SPA framework.