TemplUI for Go Web Development FAQs

Question 1

When should I use HTMX vs. Alpine.js with this skill?

Accepted Answer

HTMX is recommended for server-driven interactions like AJAX requests and partial page updates, while Alpine.js is used for client-side reactivity, animations, and local state management.

Question 2

How does it handle JavaScript in Templ files?

Accepted Answer

The skill enforces specific patterns for interpolation, such as using data attributes or templ.JSFuncCall, to prevent common errors where Go expressions are treated as literal text in scripts.

Question 3

Are there specific layout requirements for templUI components?

Accepted Answer

Yes, interactive components require their corresponding Script() templates (like @popover.Script()) to be called in the base layout's head section to function correctly.

Question 4

Does this skill work with the templUI CLI?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it includes guidance on using the templUI CLI to add, initialize, and upgrade components to ensure all necessary Script() templates are correctly included in your project.

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of the templui skill?

Accepted Answer

It provides Claude with best practices and implementation patterns for building Go web apps using the Templ template engine, templUI components, and the HTMX/Alpine.js frontend stack.

TemplUI for Go Web Development

Key Features

Use Cases

TemplUI for Go Web Development

Key Features

Use Cases