Attach Deck Joists at 45° angle without Hangers
Of course your deck is governed by the Code. 

The Code regulates all construction, unless it’s non-structural, (i.e.: carpet, paint, etc.) All work (projects) are reviews for 1) building compliance (height, size, guardrails, stairs, etc.), 2) fire code (setbacks, etc.), 3) structural, 4) energy use, if applicable 

Under “structural”, Table 2304.9.1 Fasteners applies.  As you’ll see in Item #29, you’ll see joists fastened to band joist or rim joists can be by:


3 - 16d common face nailed, or
4 - 10d box face nailed, or
4 - 3” x 0.131” face nailed, or 
4 - 3” 14 gage staples with 7/16” crown face nailed 


Nowhere do they allow toe-nailing for this type of installation. 

Btw, if your deck surface is less than 30” above the adjacent surface, then no guardrails are required. 

Also, if there are 3 risers or less, then no handrail is required. 

If you decided using joist hangers would be simpler, you can use Simpson SUR Series, as seen here:

https://www.strongtie.com/facemounthangersssl_solidsawnlumberconnector/sur-sul-hsur-hsul_productgroup_wcc_ssl/p/sur.sul.hsur.hsul

If the deck becomes attached to your house, you’ll need a minimum of 2 Simpson deck ties, similar to 

https://www.fastenersplus.com/Simpson-DTT2Z-Deck-Tension-Tie-Zmax-Finish?gclid=Cj0KCQjw7YblBRDFARIsAKkK-dJZrRsiFDrb6UevCNA1fWsgoBllbcaFbSIxYM08Q-lVaduQDD0EbOYaAvekEALw_wcB