Adding Dynamic Features to Static Astro Sites
2023-08-05
While Astro excels at static site generation, sometimes we need dynamic features. Here’s how to add interactivity without sacrificing performance.
Dynamic Features Added
- Search Functionality: Implemented client-side search
- Comment System: Integrated with a third-party service
- Like Button: Added interactive reactions
- View Counter: Track page views
Implementation Details
The key is using Astro’s partial hydration to only load JavaScript where needed. This keeps the site fast while adding necessary dynamic features.