Disappearing frameworks explained

TL;DR

Disappearing frameworks are an emerging approach in web development that challenge traditional assumptions of single-page applications, aiming to improve user experience by rethinking underlying technical foundations.

Contribution

This paper introduces the concept of disappearing frameworks and discusses their significance as a new direction in web application development.

Findings

Disappearing frameworks question traditional SPA assumptions.

They offer a new perspective on web application architecture.

The topic is emerging within the web development community.

Abstract

The web is the most prominent application platform globally, thanks to its vast user base. It started as a site platform in the 90s and morphed into an application one over time as interactive web applications became a reality. So-called single-page applications (SPAs) represent the current mainstream way of developing web applications but they come with their drawbacks. Although SPAs provide good developer experience, there is a cost for the users due to the underlying technical assumptions. Disappearing frameworks question these assumptions and provide a fresh start. The purpose of this short book is to give a quick introduction to disappearing frameworks and show their meaning as an emerging topic within the space of web application development.