Getting Started with Astro

Astro is a modern web framework that helps you build fast, content-focused websites. Let’s explore why it’s awesome!

Why Choose Astro?

Astro offers several compelling features:

• Zero JavaScript by Default: Ships only the JS you need
• Component Islands: Interactive components when needed
• Framework Agnostic: Use React, Vue, Svelte, or any framework
• Built for Content: Perfect for blogs, documentation, and marketing sites

Key Concepts

Content Collections

Content collections help you organize and validate your content:

import { defineCollection, z } from 'astro:content'

const blog = defineCollection({
  type: 'content',
  schema: z.object({
    title: z.string(),
    pubDate: z.date(),
  }),
})

File-Based Routing

Astro uses file-based routing, making it intuitive:

• src/pages/index.astro → /
• src/pages/blog/index.astro → /blog
• src/pages/blog/[slug].astro → /blog/my-post

Getting Started

Install Astro with your favorite package manager:

npm create astro@latest
# or
bun create astro@latest

That’s it! You’re ready to start building.

Conclusion

Astro is a powerful tool for building modern websites. Its focus on performance and developer experience makes it a joy to work with.