Choosing the best backend web development framework is a little bit harder for beginners. With the so many availabilities of web frameworks, itβs confusing to choose the best web framework according to your skills.
Here are best web development frameworks. Sequence doesn't matter, every frameworks are best.
1. Django
Django is one of the most popular web frameworks written in python. Django framework follows Model View Template (MVT) pattern. If you already know python programming or your background is python then this is the best web framework.
This back-end framework is optimal, reduced coding, pluggability, greater reusability, and faster development.
Django Rest Framework is also best and easier to make REST API
Personally, I used this framework.
Tutorials:
Todo app in Django
Blog app in Django
2. Laravel
Written in PHP
Laravel is a PHP framework that follows Model View Controller (MVC) architecture. People who love PHP can easily learn Laravel.
It offers a modular packaging system equipped with a dedicated dependency manager. Laravel is rated as one of the best web frameworks.
3. Flask
Written in Python
Flask is a Python-based micro web framework. It is micro in the sense that Flask aims to keep the core simple but extensible. Developers that have a grasp of Python can easily adapt to working with Flask. As a micro-framework, itβs perfect for applications that require heavy customization.
4. Express.js
Written in JavaScript
Express.js, aka Express, is a backend web application framework designed for building web applications and APIs. It provides a thin layer of fundamental web app features. And with a myriad of HTTP utility methods and middleware, creating a robust API is quick and easy.
5. Ruby on Rails
Written in Ruby
Ruby on Rails, also known as Rails, is a server-side framework written in Ruby. It offers default structures for a database, web pages, and web service. Scalability is one of the main reasons for many users to opt for Ruby on Rails.
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Top comments (29)
NestJs ππ
Iβd like to suggest ASP.NET (Core/6). The framework is
Express is a really garbage HTTP library.
It's slow and outdated.
It seems like you've just taken the most minimal HTTP libraries instead of the "best" HTTP frameworks.
Laravel is the only one of these that'd count as an actual framework rofl.
Instead of Flask for Python, it should've been Django.
Instead of Express for Node, it should've been Nest or Deepkit.
What is the definition of a good framework? Something that is batteries included and opinionated.
This post is a proof of why you shouldn't read articles like these from communities such as Medium or Dev.to
NestJS isn't using Express under the hood lol, that's a false statement.
NestJS is HTTP library agnostic.
Just because Express is stable doesn't mean it isn't outdated.
I think what you point out is correct. Often I've find its extremely difficult manage pure Express based projects. NestJS is a clear winner here.
But I disagree on Express being a garbage library. Its very un-opiniated and allows developers to build anything on top of it, I don't see it as a garbage. Its good enough.
Also NestJS uses Express as an http adapter(default one unless you install Fastify Adapter).
Ultimately I agree on using Nest over Express as it is batteries included. Sorry for the previous misunderstanding.
I agree with your last line. This post is too opinated.
relax, take it easy, express isn't that bad, is probably the most popular framework from node and node isn't that bad.
More important than understanding the framework, is understanding how the framework works.. In order to use any framework you should understand at least one level of abstraction below where it is running. Frameworks come and go, but understanding the theoretical and practical underpinnings of a framework will help you become more future proof in your skills as you are able to adapt to changes.
When it comes to JS frameworks yes, many of them come and go. When it comes to the well established, thoroughly battle tested frameworks like RoR, ASP.NET, Spring and others, they won't go anywhere that easily. You should learn theoretical concepts behind frameworks but you should also have practical understanding of some specific frameworks to be employable.
Employers don't hire you based on whether or not you know some framework. Employers will hire you if you're a good engineer. Knowing this framework or that, or at least having it on your resume, will only get you past the HR drones.
Umm, actually they do. If I didn't know React nor Node on my current job I wouldn't be hired, no matter how good engineer I am. Every job has a list of requirements and it's not just a tool for HR but most of the time qualifications that company looks for. If you need .NET software developer you won't hire Python software developer just because that developer is a good engineer. We're talking about completely different technologies and ecosystems.
Therefore, my advice for junior engineers is; start learning some framework so you can build practical projects with it and then build up that knowledge by learning theoretical concepts.
Django π―%
Performance has left the group.
Django in combination with REST: perfect!
I gotta be honest with you, this looks like something you did in 5 minutes or less.
You probably search up a top 10 list and looked up each framework on wikipedia and read the first 5 sentences and wrote it down quickly.
You could've mention that Rails follows a practice called "convention over configuration", I don't know if its known for it but it's definitely something you'll have to wrap your head around when getting started.
And as Laravel, Rails follows the MVC model.
Rails also makes it easier for you to follow principles like DRY (Don't repeat yourself).
Another thing worth mentioning is the "--api" flag which allows you to create a new rails app with api-only features.
Spring boot + MVC for JAVA
My favourite framework is in fact gofiber, a Go Web Framework with a simple short sintax