James Arthur, Founder and CEO of Electric SQL, shares insights on the innovative synchronization engine for local-first applications. He delves into the tech behind Electric SQL, emphasizing read-path syncing and the decision to utilize HTTP for improved scalability. Arthur discusses the evolution of local-first software and the significance of adapting tech solutions to target specific challenges. He also introduces PG Lite, a pioneering project for browser-based Postgres synchronization, highlighting its potential for revolutionizing SaaS applications.