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!

Wix Studio combines the best of both worlds—intuitive design tools for clients and full-stack flexibility for developers. Customize every detail with your own code and take control of your projects.

00:00 - Intro

00:40 - Sponsor: Wix Studio

01:42 - Discussing JavaScript Frameworks at Momentum Conference

• Michael Richardson on Twitter
• Taylor Dessyn on Twitter

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

• Scott Tollinski - Svelte Course

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

• Developer Productivity, Episode 68

49:09 - Picks and Plugs Section

Amy, Brad, and Aaron discuss how Laravel and JavaScript frameworks like React can coexist in a modern web development workflow. They examine the benefits of Laravel's integrated ecosystem, the pragmatism behind choosing technologies like SQLite, and the cultural differences between Laravel's "benevolent dictator" model versus the JavaScript community's preference for composability and modularity.

WorkOS - WorkOS helps you launch enterprise features like SSO and user management with ease. Thanks to the AuthKit for JavaScript, your team can integrate in minutes and focus on what truly matters—building your app.

00:00:00 - Introduction and Sponsors

00:01:06 - Welcoming Aaron Francis

00:02:07 - Amy's Experience with Laravel and AI

00:04:12 - Aaron's Transition to Try Hard Studios

00:08:02 - Production Setup and Process

00:10:15 - Monetization Strategies for Try Hard Studios

00:13:39 - The Resurgence of SQLite

00:18:08 - SQLite in Modern Development Workflows

00:23:24 - Terso and Innovations with SQLite

00:28:00 - Laravel vs. Full Stack JavaScript: The Debate

00:33:16 - Integrating Laravel with Frontend Frameworks

00:39:03 - Pragmatic Approaches to Web Development

00:44:54 - JavaScript Ecosystem and Laravel Comparisons

00:53:00 - Laravel’s Evolution to Embrace JavaScript

00:54:09 - Closing Remarks

In this episode, Amy and Brad sit down with Michael Chan to discuss WorkOS, a tool simplifying authentication and authorization for developers. They explore how WorkOS makes complex processes like OAuth, SSO, and MFA easy to implement, compare it to other auth providers, and dive deep into AuthKit’s capabilities.

WorkOS - WorkOS helps you launch enterprise features like SSO and user management with ease. Thanks to the AuthKit for JavaScript, your team can integrate in minutes and focus on what truly matters—building your app.

00:00 - Intro

01:15 - Introduction to WorkOS

• WorkOS
• AuthKit
• WorkOS on YouTube

02:23 - Comparing WorkOS with Competitors

03:50 - Features of WorkOS AuthKit

06:53 - WorkOS’s Evolution and Target Audience

09:30 - Challenges in Implementing Auth Solutions

10:30 - Should Developers Build Their Own Auth?

• Selma's Blog Post: One Does Not Simply Delete Cookies

12:50 - The Cascade of Auth Decisions: Emails and Databases

14:22 - WorkOS Integration with Astro and Remix

19:50 - Key Benefits of WorkOS for Developers

22:00 - Integrating AuthKit with Next and Remix

• Sam Selikoff's YouTube Video on WorkOS + AuthKit + Remix: Using AuthKit's Headless APIs in Remix

24:01 - Challenges in Documentation for Developers

• Divio's Guide to Documentation

33:06 - The Future of Documentation and AI’s Role

35:00 - Wrap-up