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Dev tools · July 8, 2018

Brutal.js – a small framework for building brutalist web applications

Brutal.js – a small framework for building brutalist web applications launched on July 8, 2018 with 62 votes, #741 of 2,673 launches that month and more than 90% of that year's launches. The site was not reachable when checked in September 2026.

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Brutal.js is a lightweight framework designed for developers building brutalist web applications. It emphasizes minimalist design principles and stripped-down functionality, focusing on core features without unnecessary complexity. The framework is available on GitHub and targets developers who prefer straightforward, no-frills approaches to web development. It appeals to those seeking efficiency and simplicity over feature-heavy solutions.

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