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Discover the JAMstack, a modern approach to building web applications, and learn how to leverage static sites, APIs, and client-side rendering for faster, more scalable projects.

Key takeaways

The JAMstack is a term that refers to a new way of building websites and applications, focusing on static sites, APIs, and client-side rendering.
The term JAMstack comes from the initials JavaScript, APIs, and Markup, as it represents a tech stack for building web applications.
The JAMstack has no specific CMS or framework prescribed, and each project has its own unique requirements.
The reason for choosing the JAMstack approach is to avoid dynamic rendering on the server, which can be slower, and instead focus on static site generation (SSG) and client-side rendering (CSR).
The speaker acknowledges that the concept of JAMstack is not new, and that technologies like Gatsby and Next.js have been around for a while.
The speaker emphasizes the importance of client-side rendering and pre-rendering as crucial concepts in the JAMstack.
The speaker notes that, unlike other technologies, the JAMstack is not about a particular framework or CMS, but rather about the combination of JavaScript, APIs, and Markup.
The speaker discusses the importance of understanding the needs of the project, including the agency work specifically, and choosing the right tech stack for it.
The speaker emphasizes the need to maintain flexibility and adaptability when working with the JAMstack, as the tech stack can be easily maintained and updated.
The speaker concludes that the JAMstack is not a fad, and that it has legs, with the potential to become a widely adopted standard for building web applications.

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