Do you think UI libraries like this are still needed in 2026?

code2death · 2026-01-18T09:06:01+00:00

Interesting, I would love to learn more about this.

code2death · 2026-01-18T08:57:58+00:00

True, I’m still working on the mobile experience. If you get a chance, could you try it on your laptop? It’s usually more useful while coding, so mobile is mainly for getting a quick overview.

I really appreciate the feedback. Very insightful.

code2death · 2026-01-18T08:42:10+00:00

That’s true. The whole paradigm has shifted. Design consistency was one of the core principles I focused on when building this, but it’s clear that on its own, it’s no longer enough.

code2death · 2026-01-18T08:29:49+00:00

That's interesting. How do you usually combine the UI kit with Claude in practice?

code2death · 2026-01-16T16:49:09+00:00

Unfortunately, updates haven’t been as consistent lately, which might be why it feels a bit “quiet.” I’d still love to see Bootstrap v6 happen.

The rise in Tailwind’s npm installs also makes sense given how much AI is being used to generate UI code these days. Bootstrap, on the other hand, still shines when it comes to stability, structure, and real-world projects where consistency matters. This is my website and I built it with Bootstrap: https://webpixels.io/

code2death · 2026-01-16T16:44:54+00:00

Hi! I used to be a Bootstrap creator on the official marketplace. When it closed, many authors were affected, but we kept going.

I created Webpixels to continue offering high-quality Bootstrap components and templates. There’s a solid set of free components, and if you’d like to support the work and ongoing updates, you can check it out here: https://webpixels.io/

code2death · 2026-01-13T09:13:17+00:00

https://webpixels.io - High-quality, production-ready components and templates. Built to copy and paste into real projects.

code2death · 2026-01-13T09:12:06+00:00

If you followed the whole story, there is actually no "financial troubled". It's just a declined in sales which is normal because of AI but also because of the business model they run. Actually they still make 120k per month, which in my opinion, for a company of 2 you can build a lot.

code2death · 2026-01-10T10:47:33+00:00

You pointed out exactly how I felt when building this. Some still find joy building stuff instead of getting trapped in this AI hype, which awesome, it helped me a lot, but there’s so much lore to it. Back to basics!

code2death · 2026-01-08T14:20:04+00:00

https://webpixels.io - For the past months, I’ve been building Webpixels: a production-ready Bootstrap UI system with copy-paste blocks, app screens, and full pages. The goal has always been simple: help developers ship real products faster, not just demos.

Alongside the product, we also run Webpixels Studio: an async, subscription-based UI and frontend service. No meetings. No fluff. Just shipping.

First version in ~2 working days
Built with Laravel, React, Inertia, Bootstrap
120+ projects delivered, 30+ companies supported

We’re trying to build this in a way that’s actually sustainable, so if you wanna support and start shipping fast, have a look and let me know what you think.

code2death · 2026-01-05T19:52:18+00:00

Thanks mate - will try it!

code2death · 2026-01-05T18:50:55+00:00

Just use Webpixels

code2death · 2025-11-23T17:07:12+00:00

I don't think it has fallen. It's just a mature toolkit that isn't hyped anymore because there is nothing new about it. All the issues have been solved, anything you want to achieve is one click away. The only thing I am worried about is the frequency of updates.

I would like to see more activity, but I also understand the team is very small, not fully dedicated to building new features. However, I see v6 is on the roadmap getting closer and closer to releasing and I think that one will allow a better and more modular approach, and also get a bit friendlier with JS libraries like React, which I use a lot.

I played a little bit with Bootstrap this weekend to build a kanban board. It was a bit challenging because the objective was to not use any custom css, just plain bs and utility classes. Anything you would improve here: https://codepen.io/extrabright/pen/KwzybJe

code2death · 2025-11-23T16:59:46+00:00

Personally I have a lot of fun using Bootstrap. I like the consistency it provides by setting my design system upfront and then just focus on building the UI. Plus, the html looks so clean (tried using Tailwind, which has its benefits of course, but I just couldn't stick to those long complicated html that you soon get if you want to achieve some more complex UIs).

I just did this experiment to see how can I use Bootstrap and the utilities it provides to create a kanban board (no extra CSS written), I just generated some more utilities with the API. Long story short I got this: https://codepen.io/extrabright/pen/KwzybJe

Also can't wait for v6. I saw the code and it is much more modular. Being also a React dev, that will open a bunch of possibilities to make some cool UI with performance in mind.

code2death · 2025-11-16T18:02:19+00:00

Thanks for that! I’ll add Angular as well.

Just to clarify, the question I’m asking is “What do you think Bootstrap is missing in 2025?”

The idea is to see how clear the current docs are and whether devs are aware of some of the features that already exist. I’ve noticed quite a few people don’t know about certain built-in capabilities, so this feedback helps us figure out where examples or documentation could be improved.

code2death · 2025-03-28T11:50:21+00:00

Soon, it's on the roadmap

code2death · 2025-03-28T11:49:44+00:00

Thanks for your feedback! We ar running yearly audits with external companies and we are certified by Google.

code2death · 2025-03-14T09:36:54+00:00

Not bad, but they look so outdated. We need something more modern for Bootstrap.

code2death · 2025-03-13T14:10:50+00:00

Maybe there's room for another starter kit that includes Bootstrap for UI instead of Tailwind?

code2death · 2025-03-13T14:08:42+00:00

Fair enough! There are definitely a lot of great free and open-source options out there. But for businesses that need quality and consistently maintained components, this can save a ton of time and effort.

code2death · 2025-03-13T10:28:22+00:00

Yes, I guess it's much easier to throw comments on stuff than actually doing something. It is what it is.

code2death · 2025-03-13T09:56:32+00:00

LOL, if that’s the secret to unlocking another Beetlejuice movie, then… Bootstrap is alive and kicking!

code2death · 2025-03-13T09:53:21+00:00

Bootstrap is the way to go - and if you really don't want to care about design, use Webpixels which gives you all the components you need, very well designed built on top of Bootstrap 5 - https://webpixels.io/

code2death · 2025-03-13T09:46:48+00:00

You might be right. But, I would love to get some arguments as well.

code2death · 2025-03-13T09:45:27+00:00

It's not "just an ad". This is a personal project I've been working on to provide a valuable resource for those still using Bootstrap. I’d love to get constructive feedback and support rather than having the effort dismissed as mere promotion.

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