Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats 700: Payload is Rails for JS with TypeScript, React and Drizzle (James Mikrut)
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Dec 1, 2023 James Mikrut, the creator of Payload—a powerful open-source framework for building admin panels—joins the conversation to share his vision. He discusses how Payload goes beyond a traditional CMS, its integration with TypeScript and React, and why Drizzle was chosen for ORM. The discussion also covers Compression points in the JavaScript ecosystem, the promising features of Payload Cloud, and the ongoing challenges in open-source development. James offers valuable insights into enhancing web development while addressing the need for a Rails-like framework for JavaScript.
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Payload's Origin
- James Mikrut, drawing from his agency experience, discusses the recurring need for admin panels in diverse digital products.
- He found existing headless CMSs lacking crucial features, which inspired Payload's development.
Beyond CMS
- James Mikrut wants to reposition Payload beyond a simple CMS, emphasizing its broader application as an admin UI builder for various internal tools.
- He believes that calling it a CMS undersells its potential.
Defining Payload
- Certain web development tools, like Supabase and Retool, operate in multifaceted areas without a single defining term.
- James Mikrut wants to avoid inventing jargon, preferring to let Payload's capabilities speak for themselves.