CDN vs. S3 Storage, Bunny as a CDN, and Storing Data on Tape

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This chapter discusses the difference between S3 storage and a CDN, with an explanation of how a CDN distributes files globally for faster access. They also explore the Bunny CDN platform, its affordability, and companies using it. Additionally, the conversation touches on storing data on tape, DVD and CD deterioration, and the challenges of preserving physical media.

Is the Virtual DOM Bad? Are keyboard shortcuts important? What is S3 storage? In this potluck episode of Syntax, Wes and Scott answer your questions.

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00:08 Welcome
01:27 Syntax Brought to you by Sentry.io
02:45 Welcome Randy, our new Producer!
Randy’s YouTube
04:14 A ‘Canadian Podcast’
04:43 Is Alpine JS or HTMX a replacement for pug or other templating libraries?
08:21 What powers the “in-app” browsers and how can we test our sites on it?
Inject tracking code
Tauri
13:16 A deep dive on generators and iterators.
An Insight into Iteration Protocol through Infinite Scroll in Angular
15:25 Video podcast observations
17:18 PROBLEM I need a way of managing state.
22:34 Why is Virtual Dom (a la React) suddenly bad?
28:31 In a recent episode (659), Wes mentioned he updated the OG image cards, and noticed a higher click through rate.
29:07 Updated logo and monster truck intro.
30:19 Back to OG Images.
31:51 Are “import * as X” exports build stripped?
36:46 What is the difference between S3 storage and a CDN.
Backblaze CDN
45:00 How important are keyboard shortcuts or extensions? Are they necessary to be a good developer?
50:04 Sick Picks + Shameless Plugs