Unlock the Power of Aleph.js: A Cutting-Edge JavaScript Framework

Built with Security in Mind

Aleph.js is built on top of Deno, a JavaScript/TypeScript framework that provides a secure runtime environment. This means that users have total control over what their programs can access, and must explicitly allow permissions.

// Example of explicit permission in Deno
import { readFileSync } from 'fs';
const fileContent = readFileSync('file.txt', 'utf8');
console.log(fileContent);

With Deno, developers don’t need to configure Aleph.js after installation, as it’s designed for simplicity and handles importing with standard ES6 syntax.

Cross-Browser Compatibility

Aleph.js is compatible with the latest versions of:

• Google Chrome
• Microsoft Edge
• Mozilla Firefox
• Safari
• Opera

While it may work on other browsers, it’s essential to exercise caution until they’re verified by the creators.

Customization and Flexibility

Aleph.js offers a wide range of features that allow developers to tailor their webpages and deploy them dynamically. Its flexibility makes it an ideal choice for developers at any skill level or career trajectory.

Routing: Simple and Clear

Aleph.js uses a generic routing framework to build webpages and API endpoints. The address of a page or API endpoint is derived directly from its data file name, promoting simple and clear naming conventions.

// Example of routing in Aleph.js
// File: users.js
export async function get() {
  return ['User 1', 'User 2', 'User 3'];
}

// URL: http://localhost:8080/users

Data files can be in multiple formats, including:

• JavaScript
• ECMAScript module files
• JavaScript XML
• TypeScript
• Markdown

Server-Side Rendering and Static Site Generation

Aleph.js supports both server-side rendering (SSR) and static site generation (SSG).

By default, Aleph.js pre-renders pages, but you can turn off SSR for slower page loading. SSG creates a stand-alone website that can run on any server, relying on the client to handle JavaScript.

// Example of configuring SSR and SSG in aleph.config.js
export default {
  ssr: false, // Turn off SSR
  ssg: true, // Enable SSG
};

Hot Module Replacement: Fast and Efficient

Aleph.js features Hot Module Replacement with Fast Refresh, allowing you to refresh your pages in a browser by refreshing the Aleph.js app.

This feature works with:

• JavaScript XML files
• TypeScript XML files
• Markdown files
• CSS files
• LESS preprocessor files

Easy Customization Options

Aleph.js provides numerous customization options, both in your JavaScript application and in the pages your application generates.

You can:

• Control page initialization
• Inject important page elements
• Customize error pages

Setup and Installation: A Breeze

Getting started with Aleph.js is straightforward, requiring only two simple commands:

deno install aleph
aleph new my-app

This will install the Deno runtime and create a new Aleph.js project called “my-app”.