Gridsome

Gridsome is a Jamstack framework for Vue.js that allows developers to easily build static generated websites and apps. According to the vendor, it is designed to cater to companies of all sizes, from small startups to large enterprises. Gridsome is commonly used by web developers, front-end developers, full-stack developers, digital agencies, and e-commerce companies to create modern web experiences.

Key Features

Fast by default: Gridsome utilizes the PRPL pattern to build ultra-performance into every page. According to the vendor, it includes code splitting, asset optimization, progressive images, and link prefetching out of the box, aiming to achieve almost perfect page speed scores.

PWA-ready: Gridsome generates static Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) that prioritize loading critical HTML, CSS, and JavaScript first to ensure fast initial load times. The vendor claims that subsequent pages are prefetched, allowing users to navigate the site quickly, even when offline.

Build on the Jamstack: Gridsome embraces the Jamstack architecture, combining JavaScript, APIs, and Markup to create modern web experiences. The vendor states that it leverages static site generation, JavaScript, and APIs to deliver powerful websites and apps.

Simple, safe deployment: According to the vendor, Gridsome enables easy deployment to a CDN, eliminating the need for servers and databases. Deploying the entire site as static files ensures scalability and reduces server costs, making Gridsome sites capable of handling high traffic volumes.

SEO-friendly: Gridsome loads as static HTML before transitioning into fully Vue.js-powered Single Page Applications (SPAs). This approach allows search engines to crawl the content and improve SEO rankings, according to the vendor. Gridsome aims to combine the benefits of static HTML with the power of Vue.js.

Connect the modern web: Gridsome simplifies building Jamstack websites by integrating data from multiple sources. The vendor claims that it supports any Headless CMS and can fetch data from various APIs, databases, and file formats like YAML, CSV, and JSON.

Build with Vue.js & GraphQL: Gridsome leverages the Vue.js framework for building user interfaces and uses GraphQL as the data layer. According to the vendor, it provides efficient data fetching and manipulation, while also taking advantage of the entire Vue.js ecosystem.

File-based page routing: Gridsome allows developers to define page routes using a file-based approach, making it easy to create and manage pages within a Gridsome project by simply adding files to the project directory structure, as per the vendor's documentation.

Built-in Pagination support: Gridsome provides built-in pagination support, allowing developers to create paginated lists with customizable UI. The vendor claims that pagination is handled automatically, reducing the need for manual coding.

Programmatically generate pages: Gridsome enables the programmatic generation of pages based on data using the Pages API. According to the vendor, this feature allows for flexible and dynamic content generation within a Gridsome site, enhancing the overall user experience.