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Robert Balicki - Isograph, Relay, and the Future of Data Fetching in React

Feb 26, 2024

This podcast discusses Isograph, a data fetching framework for React, comparing it to Relay. They explore the future of data fetching, challenges in web development, and Isograph's journey to production. Topics include React server components, benefits of the Kinesis Advantage Keyboard, and innovative testing tools.

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Robert Balicki

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Quick takeaways

Isograph offers advanced tooling with IDE graphical explorer for GraphQL, enhancing visibility and UX.

Robert Balicki's experience with Relay influences Isograph's development to optimize data loading in React.

Isograph introduces 'client fields' for optimized data selection and rendering, potentially surpassing React server components.

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Tooling for Isograph

Isograph aims to differentiate itself with advanced tooling, like the IDE graphical explorer for GraphQL. It offers a unique feature where fields in entities reveal nested components, improving visibility and UX for developers.

Introduction

2min

Managing Data Loading with Relay in React

11min

Exploring CodeCrafters' Programming Challenges and User Experience

3min

Evolving Data Fetching in React: Isograph vs. Relay

23min

React Server Components and Isograph Integration Challenges

21min

Exploring the Benefits of the Kinesis Advantage Keyboard for Wrist Health and Efficiency

2min

Innovative Tools for Testing, 3D Graphics, and Automation

9min

This week, we have Robert Balicki on the show to talk about Isograph, a new data fetching framework for React. Robert has worked on the Relay team at Meta (formerly Facebook) and is currently at Pinterest helping them adopt Relay. We talk about the differences between Isograph and Relay, the future of data fetching and web development, and the journey to make Isograph production ready. Could Isograph be the future of data fetching in React? Listen to find out!

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