Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats 821: Is Tauri the Electron Killer?
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Sep 13, 2024 Daniel Thompson-Yvetot, the creator of Tauri, shares insights on his innovative framework for building lightweight desktop applications. He discusses Tauri's upgrades in version 2.0, its benefits over Electron, and the importance of community involvement in open-source projects. The conversation dives into the challenges of adapting Tauri for mobile and the future aspirations for version 3.0. Daniel also highlights unique applications developed with Tauri and the role of AI in enhancing programming skills.
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Size and Cost Efficiency of Tauri
- Tauri apps are significantly smaller than Electron apps, ranging from 3-9 MB.
- This smaller size reduces hosting costs and download times, especially beneficial for independent developers and users with limited data.
Security Advantages of Tauri over Electron
- Electron apps often ship with older Chromium versions, posing security risks due to known exploits.
- Tauri's regular audits and smaller codebase enhance its security posture.
Rust and JavaScript Interoperability in Tauri
- While Tauri uses Rust, its JavaScript API and plugin system minimize the need for extensive Rust knowledge.
- Developers can access and control low-level systems directly from JavaScript.