localfirst.fm cover image

#3 – Geoffrey Litt: Malleable software, local state management & Riffle

localfirst.fm

NOTE

Embrace Full-State Reactivity for Simplicity

Complexity in web applications arises when reactive frameworks like React.js handle only partial state, leading to mismatches between the UI and the larger data ecosystem, often stored on servers. This results in significant mental overhead when managing data fetching and server interactions. However, alternative approaches, such as using Google Sheets for UI and backend operations, showcase innovative ways to streamline and unify state management, potentially alleviating some of this complexity.

00:00
Transcript
Play full episode

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
App store bannerPlay store banner