Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats 708: How We Made Syntax.fm Faster
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Dec 25, 2023 Discover how a podcast website enhanced its speed through smart performance optimizations. The hosts reveal the tactics they used to diagnose slowness and implement changes for a smoother user experience. Listen in as they discuss transforming transcript loading from a clunky process to on-demand access. Also, learn how caching solutions like Redis boosted their site's efficiency. This behind-the-scenes look is packed with insights for anyone interested in web development!
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Database Slowdowns
- Adding a database introduces server-side processes and increases the risk of slowdowns.
- Instead of cached static files, database queries and additional steps can cause latency.
Old Site Architecture
- The old Syntax.fm website used stale-while-revalidate in Next.js and generated content on demand.
- This approach allowed pushing new shows immediately without regenerating the whole site every time.
Diagnosing Slowness
- Diagnose slowness by using visual inspection, developer tools, and performance monitoring services like Sentry.
- Prioritize fixing slow routes based on their impact and opportunity score.