Hi @testUserMe
Yes, you can definitely achieve a simple form with a few fields in AEM as a Cloud Service (AEMaaS) without AEM Forms. You can build this form using custom components or core components like text fields and textareas. Here's a breakdown of what you can do
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Using Core Components:
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AEM provides core components out-of-the-box that you can leverage to build your form. These include:
- Text field: This component allows users to enter single-line text input.
- Textarea: This component allows users to enter multi-line text input.
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By combining these core components with basic layouts and data mapping, you can create a simple form for users to interact with.
Possible Challenges:
- Limited Functionality: Core components offer basic functionality. You'll need custom development to implement features like form validation, data pre-population, or complex workflows.
- Scalability and Maintainability: For simple forms, core components might suffice. But as your forms grow in complexity, managing them with just core components can become cumbersome. Custom components can promote better maintainability and reusability in the long run.
- Security: You'll need to ensure proper security measures are implemented when handling user data in your custom components, such as data validation and sanitization to prevent security vulnerabilities.
Here are some additional points to consider:
- AEM Forms vs. Core Components/Custom Components: AEM Forms offers a robust solution for complex forms with features like workflows, data integrations, and advanced layout capabilities. But for simple forms, core components or custom components can be a more efficient solution.
- Development Effort: Using core components requires minimal development effort. However, custom components require more development time upfront but provide more flexibility in the long run.
Overall, for a simple form with a few fields, you can achieve your requirement using core components or custom components in AEMaaS without AEM Forms. However, if your forms become more complex in the future, you might want to consider AEM Forms for its advanced features.
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