185 | JavaScript Cage Match
In this episode, Amy and Brad dive into the top JavaScript frameworks, weighing their strengths and weaknesses. They discuss Svelte, Astro, Next, Remix, and Redwood, comparing their rendering processes, server-side vs. client-side preferences, routing systems, and developer experiences. Perfect for developers weighing options for their next app!
In this episode, Amy and Brad dive into the top JavaScript frameworks, weighing their strengths and weaknesses. They discuss Svelte, Astro, Next, Remix, and Redwood, comparing their rendering processes, server-side vs. client-side preferences, routing systems, and developer experiences. Perfect for developers weighing options for their next app!
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Show Notes
00:00 - Intro
00:40 - Sponsor: Wix Studio
01:42 - Discussing JavaScript Frameworks at Momentum Conference
02:54 - Momentum Conference and Cincinnati as a Tech Hub
05:21 - Speaker Feedback System and Conference Experience
06:12 - Key Takeaways from CSS Talk
08:56 - Amy’s JavaScript Cage Match Talk and Framework Overviews
11:30 - Baseline Features in Frameworks: A Comparison
13:18 - Framework Longevity and Stability
16:33 - Server vs. Client Rendering in JavaScript Frameworks
22:01 - Framework Routers and Configuration Differences
29:02 - Exploring Remix’s Data Loader Pattern
34:00 - Performance Testing with Sentry
37:17 - Middleware Usage in Different Frameworks
40:58 - Which Frameworks Excel in Specific Use Cases?
45:01 - Avoiding the Framework Spiral: Stick with a Favorite
49:09 - Picks and Plugs Section