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#12 – James Pearce: Tinybase
Jul 23, 2024
In this episode, James Pearce, the creator of TinyBase, discusses the platform's custom query system, persistence, and syncing integrations. They explore the challenges of data synchronization in local-first apps and the journey of crafting TinyBase while living on a boat. James also shares insights on Facebook's impact through open-source projects and the development of a local-first GitHub client on TinyBase.
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- TinyBase offers flexible persistence and synchronization options for local-first apps.
- TinyQL simplifies reactive querying by focusing on essential SQL functionalities.
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Evolution of Local First Software
Local first software development involves addressing unsolved problems in data synchronization and state management. The podcast episode featuring James Pierce explores the challenges beyond solving synchronization, highlighting the complexities in managing the state of data based on user interactions and document sharing statuses.
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