I'm currently learning Python and would like to know if it's possible to create beautiful apps and websites without diving into JavaScript. I've done a fair amount of research already but haven't found any clear answers. My goal is to build cross-platform apps, websites, or PWAs with a strong focus on UI and UX. Is JavaScript truly essential for this, or can I use other languages effectively? I'm aware of compiling options, like Reflex for Python, but I'm concerned about their efficiency and optimization. Seeking some solid guidance on this!
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There's a certain reality check here: if you're building anything client-side, JavaScript is the primary tool available. Sure, you can use languages that compile to WebAssembly, but they ultimately need to touch JS for DOM manipulation and API calls. If you’re serious about web development, it might be worth it to give JS another chance?
If you want to avoid JS, look into using ClojureScript. That’s a nice language that compiles down to JavaScript, giving you a different approach. But just know that regardless of the language, you'll still end up dealing with JavaScript in some aspect when you work with web technology.
ClojureScript looks interesting! Might check it out!
JavaScript is pretty much the only language browsers directly understand, aside from the newer WebAssembly. Even if you try using languages like TypeScript, they still need to be converted to JavaScript for the browser to work with them. So, in short, if you want to build web apps with interactive features, JavaScript is unavoidable. You might think about exploring frameworks that abstract some of JavaScript's complexities, like Blazor or Brython, but ultimately, you'll still be touching JS at some point.
It feels like JavaScript is the only way forward for web dev right now. Maybe in the future things will change!
WebAssembly is here though, and it does enable other languages, but you'll still need some JS to handle the browser's API.
Dart with Flutter is definitely a solid option if you want to create web apps without deep diving into JS. It might provide you a more comfortable learning curve, plus a good user experience. But just remember, for most web environments, some level of JavaScript is a must.
I also think Dart is a great choice. It could serve your needs well!
Flutter is cool! It's crazy how much you can do without dealing with JS directly.
It sounds like you're set on avoiding JavaScript, but honestly, it's going to be a hurdle in web development. There are alternatives like Dart with Flutter for web, and you can try using frameworks that minimize your interaction with JS. Just keep in mind that for interactive features in a browser, JS is hard to escape. If making web apps is your goal, I'd suggest giving JavaScript a shot — it might not be as bad as you think!
I used to hate on JS too, but once I learned it, I found it quite versatile!
Totally agree! It's good to at least understand it, even if you choose a different path.
I've heard good things about it too. It sounds like a fun way to code!