I’m thinking about setting up my website to use JSON for data prep on the server side and then use AJAX to fill in the templates on the client side. I’m wondering if this approach has any downsides I should know about.
I’m not worried about browser support for JavaScript, since all our users have it enabled. Also, I don’t care about the number of HTTP requests the page makes.
Some things I’m curious about:
- Does this setup affect page load times?
- Are there any SEO concerns?
- How does it impact the user experience?
- Are there security risks I should consider?
Has anyone tried this approach before? What was your experience like? I’d love to hear about any pros and cons you’ve found.
Thanks in advance for your insights!
hey there! i’ve been curiouz bout accesibility? maybe show a basic version 4 slo internet? how yu handle browser histroy w/ajax? any experiance?
I’ve implemented this approach on several projects, and while it offers benefits like improved interactivity and reduced server load, there are trade-offs to consider. Page load times can be affected, especially for users with slower connections, as the initial HTML might load quickly but content populated via AJAX can lag. SEO can be challenging since search engines may not fully crawl dynamically loaded content. User experience can suffer if not implemented carefully – consider using loading indicators and ensuring graceful degradation. Security-wise, be vigilant about cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities and validate all data on both client and server sides. Despite these challenges, with proper implementation, this method can lead to more responsive and maintainable web applications.