

745: Modern JS Toolchains (Biome, Oxc + More)
6 snips Mar 20, 2024
Wes and Scott explore the evolving landscape of JavaScript toolchains, spotlighting innovative tools like Biome and Oxc. They break down essential components such as linters, compilers, and the latest bundlers like Rolldown. The discussion reveals how these modern tools enhance development efficiency and code quality. Additionally, they touch on the financial intricacies of using GitHub Actions and the potential of the Dino Formatter. Expect insights on performance-oriented development and a sprinkle of nostalgic movie references!
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Tooling Analogy
- JavaScript tooling is like choosing power tools over hand tools for woodworking.
- They might require initial setup, but the improved efficiency and end result are worth the effort.
Meteor vs. Vite
- Wes Bos initially thought Meteor's build process was fast enough.
- Trying other tools like Vite revealed significant speed improvements, changing his perspective.
Experiment with New Tools
- Try new tooling even if it's not production-ready yet.
- This helps identify pain points with your existing tools and stay updated.