In Episode 21 of the CraftEntries podcast, host Thomas interviews Ben Croker from PutYourLightsOn about Datastar. This hypermedia framework aims to simplify web development by allowing the backend to drive the frontend, contrasting with frameworks like React or Vue.js.
Ben explains Datastar's lightweight architecture, which enhances performance and real-time interactions by managing state on the backend. He also discusses its advantages over his component framework, Sprig, and highlights its potential for collaborative applications. The episode delves into technical details, scalability, and community resources for Datastar.