JAMstack is revolutionising web development. Here's why it matters.
What is JAMstack?
JAM stands for JavaScript, APIs, and Markup. It's an architecture where pages are pre-built and served from a CDN, with dynamic functionality handled by APIs.
Key Benefits
Speed
Pre-built pages served from CDN edge locations. No server-side rendering on each request.
Security
No server, no database to hack. Reduced attack surface dramatically.
Scalability
CDNs handle traffic spikes automatically. No server scaling needed.
Cost
Many JAMstack sites can be hosted free (Netlify, Vercel). No server costs.
Developer Experience
Modern tooling, Git-based workflows, instant previews.
Popular Tools
- Static Site Generators: Next.js, Gatsby, Astro, Hugo
- Hosting: Netlify, Vercel, Cloudflare Pages
- CMS: Contentful, Sanity, Strapi
- Forms: Netlify Forms, Formspree
When JAMstack Works
- Marketing websites
- Blogs and documentation
- E-commerce (with headless platforms)
- Portfolio sites
When It Doesn't
- Highly dynamic apps (real-time data)
- Complex user authentication
- Large sites with frequent updates
Interested in JAMstack? Contact PYCO IT.