Getting Started with Astro

Introduction

Astro is a modern web framework designed for building fast, content-focused websites. Unlike traditional JavaScript frameworks, Astro takes a unique approach by shipping zero JavaScript by default.

Why Astro?

Here are some key benefits of using Astro:

1. Zero JavaScript by default - Astro renders your pages to static HTML, removing all JavaScript unless explicitly needed.
2. Component Islands - Use your favorite UI framework (React, Vue, Svelte) only where needed.
3. Built-in optimizations - Automatic image optimization, CSS bundling, and more.
4. Content-first - Perfect for blogs, documentation, and marketing sites.

Getting Started

To create a new Astro project, run:

npm create astro@latest

This will guide you through the setup process and create a new project.

Project Structure

A typical Astro project looks like this:

├── public/
├── src/
│   ├── components/
│   ├── layouts/
│   ├── pages/
│   └── styles/
├── astro.config.mjs
└── package.json

Conclusion

Astro is an excellent choice for building modern websites that prioritize performance and developer experience. Give it a try for your next project!