Let's make the worst Htmx | Hacker News

A Hacker News thread debated HTMX’s server-request-driven frontend model, with some calling it slow or cumbersome and others valuing its simplicity.

Supporters argued HTMX works well for smaller projects and offers benefits in security and maintainability.

Commenters compared it with React, Alpine.js, and Next.js as different ways to manage frontend complexity.

The discussion highlighted the ongoing tradeoff between server-driven UI and client-heavy frameworks across performance, security, and operational burden.