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Freedom Stack is a full-stack boilerplate that streamlines web development by integrating various tools and frameworks. It emphasizes an HTML-first approach for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Key Components:
UI Layer:
- Astro: A straightforward web meta-framework.
- Tailwind CSS: Utility-first CSS framework for styling.
- Preline UI and Daisy UI: Tailwind-based component libraries.
- Lucide Icons: A versatile icon library.
Interactivity Layer:
- TypeScript: Ensures type safety.
- AlpineJS: Manages state and interactivity.
- HTMX: Facilitates HTML partials/snippets over the wire.
Backend Data Layer:
- Astro DB: A fast, user-friendly managed SQL database.
- Drizzle ORM: Simplifies database interactions without needing SQL knowledge.
- Better Auth: A comprehensive authentication framework for TypeScript.
Vision and Principles:
The project aims to provide a lightweight, intuitive web development stack that reduces maintenance and server costs. Core principles include:
- Approachability: Designed for all developers, emphasizing intuitive database management and minimizing boilerplate code.
- Flow: Promotes an HTML-first methodology, focusing on the DOM layer for styling, structure, and interactivity.
- Affordability: Aims to be financially sustainable, especially for indie developers and startups, by leveraging tools with generous free tiers.