Discussion on dynamic, static sites

Remember the days when we could throw HTML on a server and call it good? Back when markup mattered and JavaScript was a progressive feature — everything we needed came from the server. Where did those static sites go? They’ve all but fallen out of favor compared to our modern instant feedback web apps served from the browser. Until now.

Like fashion, programing trends must be cyclical because static sites are back. It started with Jekyll, generating simple static HTML out of raw Markdown. Then became wildly popular with site generators like Gatsby. Now universal isomorphic apps are commonplace in modern programming. Hitting that sweet spot between the server-rendered static sites of yesterday and the cool new instant feedback of a modern web app.

What kind of apps are you building today? How would you like your apps rendered? Join DSM Web Geeks and DSM JS on a group video chat, June 8th. We’ll discuss implementation pitfalls, maintenance woes, or general optimism toward the state of dynamic and server-rendered web apps.

All are welcome. All you need to do is RSVP at Eventbrite and we’ll send you a meeting invite on the day of the discussion. Please spread the word and we will plan to see you there!

Des Moines Web Geeks is a central Iowa user group focused on HTML, JavaScript, CSS and mobile technologies. We meet monthly. Check the website for the latest events. https://www.dsmwebgeeks.com/

DsmJS is a user group focused on JavaScript development. https://dsmjs.com/

About the sponsor

Special thanks to Dynamo, for providing the Zoom platform for this meeting. “We take the time — we go deeper — to gain a full understanding of your motivations, concerns and goals. Because we not only want to ensure you successfully navigate the twists and turns, but that you reach your destination without detours.” Learn more at:
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When:

Mon, Jun 8th @ 6:30pm

Where:

Zoom call
Eventbrite
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/discussion-on-dynamic-vs-static-sites-and-going-server-less-tickets-107268071690

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