In this episode of Compressed FM, hosts Amy Dutton and Brad Garropy are joined by Brooks Lybrand from Shopify to explore the latest in Remix and the future of React. They discuss the integration of server components, the challenges of package management, and strategies for effective software updates. The conversation also delves into the potential of React Server Components (RSC) and the role of SPA (Single Page Application) mode in web development.

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Show Notes

00:00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:00:44 Sponsored by Postman

• Postman Conference April 30 - May 1, 2024 in San Francisco

00:01:14 Discussion on ESM and Development Trends

00:02:25 Challenges in Package and Library Development

00:03:07 Redwood JS Developments and Insights

00:04:05 Release Strategies and Development Practices

• Release Tools for Redwood

00:06:02 Detailed Discussion on Development Tools and Methods

00:21:08 Future of Development Tools and Techniques

00:25:53 Q&A on Technical Aspects and Team Dynamics

00:35:48 Discussion on Single Fetch and Data Fetching Strategies

00:37:17 Frameworks and Developer Choices

• Blog Post comparing Next.js App, Next.js Pages, Remix, and RedwoodJS Router

00:43:46 The Future of React and Remix with RSC

00:48:09 Wrap-up and Picks and Plugs Segment

• Brook's Pick: Apple's Air Pods Pro
• Brook's Plug: React Router
• Brad's Pick: New Puppy (Blog Post)
• Brad's Plug: Brad's YouTube Channel
• Amy's Pick: Deep Questions Podcast with Cal Newport
• Amy's Plug: Amy's YouTube Channel

00:50:25 Closing