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Go Pwa Forge

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Updated: 11 Jul 2025
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A Go template for building OpenBSD-ready web applications using Chi, Templ, and HDAs with automated deployment workflows and Redis integration.

Overview

The Go-PWA-Forge is an impressive Go template designed for developers looking to create modern hypermedia-driven web applications with minimal reliance on JavaScript. By integrating powerful components like Chi for web infrastructure, Templ for type-safe HTML rendering, and TailwindCSS for styling, this template emphasizes efficiency and ease of use. The focus on performance and simplicity makes it an excellent choice for building robust applications, especially for those who prefer a streamlined setup.

Additionally, the Go-PWA-Forge is well-prepared for deployment with support for OpenBSD, Redis, and PostgreSQL, ensuring that developers can integrate their preferred tools and manage their backend efficiently. Coupled with automated workflows via GitHub Actions, this template is not just about getting started quickly, but also about maintaining and scaling the application with ease.

Features

  • Chi - High Performance Framework: Utilizes Chi, a minimalist web framework that delivers exceptional speed and response times, perfect for web applications.

  • Templ - Type-Safe HTML Templates: Offers type-safe HTML templates that enhance the developer experience by reducing errors and improving code quality.

  • TailwindCSS Integration: Employs TailwindCSS, a utility-first CSS framework that simplifies custom styling with pre-defined classes for rapid design.

  • OpenBSD Ready: Configured specifically for OpenBSD deployment, ensuring reliable server performance and security.

  • Redis Support: Prepared for seamless integration with Redis, allowing for efficient caching and session management in production environments.

  • PostgreSQL Support: Comes ready to connect with PostgreSQL, making it easy to manage relational database interactions.

  • GitHub Actions for Automation: Includes automated workflows for pull request and production deployments, streamlining the development process and enhancing collaboration.

  • Quick Start Commands: Simple make commands available to quickly start a local server or build assets for deployment, reducing the setup time.