devtools.fm: Developer Tools, Open Source, Software Development Anselm Eickhoff - Jazz Tools
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Dec 2, 2024 Anselm Eickhoff, the innovative creator behind Jazz Tools, discusses his journey of developing a framework for multiplayer, local-first applications. He shares insights on how his frustration with app development led to a focus on user-friendly design and robust data encryption for privacy. The conversation dives into the revolutionary application of cryptography, co-values for collaboration, and the complexities of schema migrations. Anselm also highlights how Jazz Tools aims to streamline development, reduce complexity, and enhance offline capabilities.
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Jazz Origin Story
- Anselm Eickhoff's inspiration for Jazz Tools came while building a Notion-like app.
- He wanted offline-first, multiplayer functionality but found traditional stacks awkward.
Data Security in Jazz
- Jazz Tools prioritizes user data ownership with client-side encryption.
- Even the Jazz backend cannot see the data, making it a trustless service.
Backend-less Development
- Jazz Tools allows building apps without traditional backends or databases.
- Developers define a data model and create objects and permissions locally.