frontend-htmx

Render server-rendered HTML UI for Axum apps using Askama and HTMX.

6|Updated Dec 7, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/timequity/plugins --skill frontend-htmx
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: frontend-htmx
Source: https://github.com/timequity/plugins/tree/main/vibe-coder/skills/frontend-htmx
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/timequity/plugins --skill frontend-htmx

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Building lightweight server-rendered UIs without complex JS tooling. This stack enables fast, small-footprint frontends using HTMX with Askama templates in a single Rust binary.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Askama templates: Compile-time type safety and templates embedded in binary.
  • HTMX interactions: Partial HTML updates without heavy JS.
  • Single binary deployment: Easy to deploy anywhere with no npm/yarn steps.

Quick Start

Create a small server-rendered page with a list that updates via HTMX, e.g., a notes page with a form that adds items.

Frequently Asked Questions about frontend-htmx

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I build a server-rendered UI with HTMX in Rust?

Server-rendered UI with HTMX in Rust uses Askama templates compiled into an Axum binary to render HTML pages. HTMX handles partial updates without requiring a JavaScript framework, letting you send HTML fragments from the server in response to user interactions.

Can I deploy a Rust web app as a single binary without Node.js?

Yes. Askama templates compile directly into your Rust binary at build time, eliminating npm/yarn steps and node_modules. This produces a single deployable binary for Axum-based apps with no external dependencies.

What's the best way to add dynamic interactions to server-rendered pages?

HTMX lets you trigger server requests from HTML attributes, replacing page fragments with server-rendered HTML. This approach keeps logic on the backend while providing dynamic, interactive pages without writing JavaScript.

Do I need a separate frontend framework to use HTMX with Axum?

No. HTMX works directly with server-rendered HTML from Axum endpoints. You define routes that return full pages or partial fragments, and HTMX handles swapping them into the DOM based on user interactions.

When should I use Askama templates instead of string templates?

Askama templates offer compile-time type safety, catching template errors before deployment. They embed directly in your binary and support Rust expressions, making them safer and more maintainable than runtime string-based templating.