PodRocket - A web development podcast from LogRocket TanStack and TanRouter with Tanner Linsley
Sep 19, 2024
Tanner Linsley, the creator of TanStack and co-founder at Nozzle, shares his journey in developing tools like TanRouter. He discusses the evolution of TanStack, highlighting how it addresses real developer needs for type safety and efficient routing. The conversation also dives into the importance of accessible open-source documentation and continuous user feedback. Tanner further explores the complexities of state management in SaaS and introduces upcoming features aimed at enhancing functionality in modern web development.
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TanStack Origin
- Tanner Linsley, co-founder of Nozzle, needed to be a "10x dev" to handle front-end work alone.
- He leveraged open source and built tools like React Table, React Form, and React Query, which formed the basis of TanStack.
Open-Sourcing Motivation
- Many developers build internal tools but don't often open-source them.
- Tanner Linsley chose to share his tools due to his passion for open source and the desire for community contributions.
Documentation Style
- Make documentation fun and engaging to read, like a course, not just technical instructions.
- Focus on clear explanations and building up knowledge slowly.