Exploring Local Storage Solutions and Local-First Platforms

The chapter delves into alternative local storage solutions like SQLite and Postgres in the browser using Wasm, focusing on a local-first platform leveraging SQLite, CRDT, and encryption for privacy and ease of use. It discusses creating tables, writing queries, data synchronization over web sockets, and coding examples in React and Svelte while exploring tools like RXDB and Electric SQL for real-time applications. The importance of user control, data ownership, and integration options for local first features in websites are also highlighted, along with insights into various platforms' pros and cons.