

Is JavaScript on the Backend a Mistake? - JSJ 596
Aug 29, 2023
Explore the evolution of JavaScript on the backend, the concept of Backend for Front End (BFF), and the challenges of using JavaScript and Node.js as a backend system. Discuss the concerns surrounding JavaScript on the backend, including supply chain and security. Delve into the benefits and drawbacks of using JavaScript on the backend and the performance trade-offs. Engage in humorous conversations, recommendations of TV shows and books, and discussions about ongoing issues like the war in Ukraine. Shout outs to Sockit Security, Coffeezilla, and Jazz with Types.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
JavaScript on the Backend: Evolution and Use Cases
03:53 • 15min
Backend for Front End (BFS)
19:05 • 10min
Persistent Data Storage and Adoption of IndexDB
29:20 • 9min
JavaScript Backend Development and Concerns
38:37 • 12min
Different programming languages and their type systems
50:25 • 5min
Using JavaScript on the Back End
55:36 • 13min
Using JavaScript on the Backend and Performance Trade-offs
01:08:08 • 12min
Followings, Pronunciation, and Top End Devs Membership
01:20:23 • 3min
Humorous Conversation on Movie, Dad Jokes, and Random Thoughts
01:23:24 • 2min
TV show, book series, and thoughts of the ongoing war in Ukraine
01:25:01 • 3min
Shout outs to Sockit Security, Coffeezilla, and Jazz with Types
01:28:13 • 6min
Living Forest board game, Temple Open House, and The Expanse books
01:34:09 • 5min