Back to the Future of Hypermedia in Django

This talk explores the evolution of hypermedia in web development, focusing on its adoption in the Python and Django ecosystems. It examines patterns, tools, and projects that leverage htmx, discussing the current state and future of hypermedia-driven design. The presentation highlights how hypermedia can offer more sustainable and efficient alternatives to traditional frontend frameworks for many CRUD applications, leading to reduced complexity, faster loading times, and significant code size reduction. It also introduces various Django-specific tools and packages that facilitate hypermedia integration, such as Django HTMX patterns, Django HTMX, Django render block, and Django template partials, showcasing their utility in building modern, performant, and accessible web applications.