In this episode of The Programming Languages Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore WebAssembly's growing role in serverless computing. They break down how Wasm is being used to run lightweight, secure functions on the edge, comparing it to traditional container-based serverless platforms. The discussion focuses on a specific case: Fastly's Compute@Edge platform, which processes over 10 billion requests per day using Wasm modules. Lucas explains why Wasm's sandboxed architecture makes it ideal for multi-tenant environments, while Luna challenges him on cold-start times and the lack of a standard runtime. They also touch on recent standardization efforts around the WebAssembly System Interface (WASI) and what it means for developers. By the end, listeners will understand why major cloud providers are investing in Wasm and how it could reshape the serverless landscape.

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