Freedom Stack - Full-stack Web App Starter Kit

Freedom Stack is a full-stack boilerplate designed to simplify web development by integrating various tools and frameworks. It emphasizes an HTML-first approach, aiming to make development approachable, efficient, and cost-effective.

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 managed SQL database that's fast and easy to use.
  • Drizzle ORM: Simplifies database interactions without requiring SQL syntax knowledge.
  • Clerk: Provides authentication services.

Vision and Principles:

The project aspires to offer a lightweight, intuitive web development stack that minimizes maintenance and server costs. Its core principles include:

• Approachability: Designed for developers of all levels, emphasizing intuitive database management and reducing boilerplate code.
• Flow: Promotes an HTML-first methodology, focusing on the DOM layer for styling, structuring, and interactivity.
• Affordability: Aims to be financially sustainable, especially for indie developers and startups, by leveraging tools with generous free tiers.