As a seasoned backend developer and IT professional, the prospect of creating user interfaces has always been daunting, especially with the increasing complexity of state management and feature sets in popular libraries like React. However, the advent of tools like HTMX and Tailwind CSS has revolutionized UI development, making it accessible even for those who primarily focus on backend work.

In this presentation, we will delve into HTMX and how hypermedia is experiencing a resurgence. We'll demonstrate how to implement features with just a few HTML attributes, achieving in minutes what would typically require tens or hundreds of lines of JavaScript. Additionally, we'll explore Tailwind CSS, a utility-first CSS framework that simplifies styling by leveraging predefined classes. This approach drastically reduces the need for custom CSS, speeding up development and ensuring consistent design.

We'll conclude with a look at HTML-first component libraries like Shadcn-inspired FrankenUI and DaisyUI, showcasing how they can further streamline the UI development process. Whether you're a backend developer hesitant to venture into the front-end world or simply looking for more efficient ways to build UIs, this presentation will provide valuable insights and practical examples to enhance your workflow.