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Mastro.js, the Simplest Web Framework and Site Generator | Mauro Bieg | Ep 54B

February 5, 2026 / 53:17/E54Bonus Download MP3

Mauro Bieg joins the two fools to talk about Mastro, a simple and minimal web framework and site generator. If 11ty and Astro had a baby, it might look like Mastro! With support for routing, HTML templating, streaming, and even reactive UI, Mastro might be a great fit for your next content-driven website.

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Chapters

(00:00) - Introducing Mauro Bieg
(03:12) - What is Mastro.js?
(05:39) - How Mastro Renders HTML
(10:04) - Comparing Mastro.js with Other Frameworks
(14:55) - Handling Server Requests in Mastro
(20:00) - Client and Server Separation
(26:39) - Client-Side Functionality with Reactive Mastro
(32:18) - Leveraging Web Standards and Native Runtime Features
(34:14) - Working with Multiple Runtimes
(40:31) - TypeScript Integration and Type Checking
(41:51) - Support for HTTP Streaming
(47:07) - How Mastro Performs
(49:01) - Getting Started with Mastro
(51:33) - Where to Find Mauro

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