Builder.io, Visual Copilot, and Partytown with Misko Hevery
Nov 28, 2023
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Miško Hevery, CTO of Builder.io and creator of Angular, talks about Builder.io’s new AI tool, Visual Copilot, Partytown, and more in the Builder.io ecosystem. Topics include introducing Builder.io and Mitosis, exploring web component frameworks and the role of Shadow DOM, discussing the functionalities of Builder.io as a powerful drag-and-drop UI tool, and running third-party code in a web worker using Partytown. Quicks, Partition, and the benefits of Builder.io are also discussed.
Builder.io's Visual Copilot uses AI to convert Figma designs into HTML code, streamlining the process of translating visual designs into functional websites.
Builder.io's Partytown feature improves website startup performance by running third-party code in a web worker, enabling multi-threading and enhancing overall website performance.
Deep dives
Builder.io: A Visual CMS for Headless Websites
Builder.io is a smart website builder that allows developers to incorporate a Wix-like editor into their existing applications. Unlike traditional hosted CMS systems, Builder.io is framework-specific and provides SDKs for various frameworks. This allows developers to create new components and design systems that can be easily integrated into the visual editor, giving creative teams the freedom to drag and drop these components onto the page. Builder.io also offers a unique feature called Visual Co-pilot, which uses custom machine learning models and heuristics to parse Figma designs and convert them into HTML code. This feature streamlines the process of translating visual designs into functional websites, saving developers a significant amount of time and effort.
Party Town: Running Third-Party Code in Web Workers
Party Town is a feature offered by Builder.io that allows developers to run third-party code, such as Google Analytics or Facebook pixels, in a web worker. By running these scripts off the main thread, Party Town improves the startup performance of websites. It accomplishes this by creating a proxy between the main thread and the web worker, allowing synchronous communication and ensuring that third-party code runs smoothly. Party Town solves a common problem in web development, enabling multi-threading for third-party scripts and improving overall website performance.
Builder.io's Future and the Power of Visual Editors
Builder.io's visual editor and the ability to convert Figma designs into functional websites are game changers in the world of headless CMS systems. With the visual editor, developers can start with a visual design and translate it directly into HTML without the need for extensive code modifications. This sets Builder.io apart from other CMS systems and offers a competitive edge. The future of Builder.io's visual editor lies in further refining the AI and machine learning models used to automatically structure and transform the designs, making the process even more seamless and efficient. The goal is to empower both designers and developers to quickly create visually appealing and functional websites without the need for extensive manual coding or design modifications.
The Value of Headless CMS and the Expansion of Builder.io's Capabilities
Headless CMS systems like Builder.io provide a more flexible and customizable approach to website development compared to traditional hosted CMS systems. With Builder.io's visual editor, developers have the freedom to incorporate their existing application and technology stack while enjoying the benefits of a visual drag-and-drop interface for designing websites. This unique combination allows for greater control over design and functionality and opens up numerous possibilities for companies to create consistent branding and design systems across different departments and applications. As Builder.io continues to evolve, it aims to provide even more features and integrations that make the development process smoother and more efficient for developers and creative teams alike.
Miško Hevery, CTO of Builder.io and creator of Angular, returns to talk about Builder.io’s new AI tool, Visual Copilot, Partytown, and more in the Builder.io ecosystem.
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Special Guest: Misko Hevery.
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