Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats Supper Club × Open Table LIVE SHOW
Nov 11, 2022
Join Wes and Scott as they dive into a lively discussion on the latest in web development. They explore the fascinating world of WebAssembly, share insights on Riverside.fm for podcasters, and reveal their experiences with emerging technologies like TurboPack. Guest interactions bring fresh perspectives on SvelteKit, networking challenges at home, and the job market in tech. Plus, get the scoop on potential acquisitions in the industry and tips for optimizing web performance. A fun and informative listen for developers!
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Safari Aspect Ratio Bug
- Scott Talinksy encountered a Safari bug with nested aspect ratios causing infinite repaints and crashes.
- The bug only occurred on iOS Safari, even with JavaScript disabled, making it challenging to diagnose.
TurboPack's Potential and Limitations
- Vercel's TurboPack, built in Rust, promises significant performance improvements over existing bundlers.
- However, the lack of plugin support and the requirement to write plugins in Rust might limit adoption.
Learn Rust (Maybe)
- JavaScript developers should consider learning Rust or similar languages to stay relevant in evolving tooling.
- Rust's complex type system can be challenging for those accustomed to JavaScript or TypeScript.