JavaScript continued to dominate web development this year — even in WebAssembly. But also: generative AI was integrated into web frameworks, CDEs arrived, and Jamstack got a makeover.

The New Stack is a publication covering trends and technologies in cloud-native development, DevOps, and software delivery. Developers can learn about containerization, Kubernetes, and cloud computing, as well as explore topics such as microservices architecture, serverless computing, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.

The New Stack

Web development trends in 2023 include the continued dominance of JavaScript, the rise of Cloud Development Environments (CDEs), and the integration of generative AI into web frameworks. Next.js remains the top framework, but Astro is gaining popularity. The separation of frontend and backend development continues to be a trend. Vercel's AI SDK has had a significant impact, and CDEs are becoming more popular among developers. WebAssembly is steady but not spectacular. The open web is also experiencing a renaissance.

Web Development in 2023: JavaScript Still Rules, AI Emerges

1. Next.js Still Top Framework, but Astro Gains

2. It’s a Jamstack and/or Composable World

4. The Growth of Cloud Development Environments