Introduction to LayX

LayX is a modern, extensible layout framework built to simplify and accelerate web development. By integrating modular CSS, customizable components, and a responsive grid system, LayX allows developers to craft dynamic, scalable, and maintainable websites efficiently. It focuses on flexibility, minimalism, and performance optimization without relying on third-party dependencies.

How LayX Works

LayX is a lightweight CSS framework similar to Bootstrap but with a modern, modular design philosophy. It features an integrated build tool and command-line interface (CLI) that adheres to the latest web standards. LayX optimizes performance through techniques like image compression, code bundling, and minification. The CLI simplifies project management by enabling quick addition of fonts, components, and reusable code blocks. Since LayX is dependency-free, all styles and scripts are crafted using pure CSS and JavaScript.

Next Steps

To get started, follow our installation guide. Then proceed to the quick start tutorial. For a comprehensive understanding, explore the core concepts overview. These resources provide step-by-step instructions to help you efficiently build with LayX.

Efficiency in Development

Starting a project from scratch can be challenging and time-consuming. LayX simplifies this process by offering ready-to-use building blocks, allowing developers to focus on creating unique features. With a single command, layx create, you can scaffold a new project instantly, providing a robust foundation that accelerates the development workflow.

Performance Optimization

LayX ensures that only the necessary code is shipped, resulting in lean and efficient builds. Shared resources are bundled into base CSS and JavaScript files, while page-specific styles and scripts are isolated, reducing overhead. The integrated build tool optimizes images, bundles, and minifies CSS and JS files to enhance performance further. With zero dependencies, LayX relies purely on vanilla CSS and JavaScript, ensuring maximum compatibility and lightweight output.