Static Web Architecture: Not Just for Hipsters


So what exactly is a static web app? What are the advantages of separating your front-end and back-end? In this presentation our very own Michael Bleigh answers these questions and provides an overview of static web architecture. You'll learn about the following:

  • The difference between a static web app and your typical web app
  • Why we call apps "static" rather than a single-page application (SPA)
  • Types of static apps today
  • Why build static apps
  • Technology that makes static apps work
  • Challenges of going static
  • Services you can use and learning resources

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