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Serguey Asael Shinder
Serguey Asael Shinder

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HMPL.js Is a Modern Templating Language for Web UI

HMPL.js is a lightweight, server-oriented JavaScript template language that lets you build dynamic interfaces with minimal client code. Instead of relying on a heavy framework like React or Vue, HMPL lets your HTML describe server-driven UI updates directly through lightweight templates and fetch requests.

With HMPL.js you can:
fetch components or data from the server using its template blocks
render dynamic sections safely (DOMPurify integration)
write UI logic with minimal JavaScript overhead
reduce bundle size compared to big frameworks

Because it focuses on server interaction and simple markup, HMPL.js can be a compelling alternative to other progressive enhancement tools like HTMX — giving you modern dynamic behavior without massive client bundles.

In short: HMPL.js lets you build dynamic web apps by blending simple template syntax with server-driven rendering — keeping things fast, small, and maintainable.

– Serguey Asael Shinder

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