767: Local First and TypeScript’s Missing Library with Johannes Schickling

This podcast episode explores the concept of local-first app development and its potential benefits in improving user experience. The speakers discuss the challenges and advantages of adopting a local-first approach, focusing on the architecture of Overtone, a music client app that relies on servers like Spotify for music streaming. They delve into the technical aspects of incorporating SQLite in browser-based applications and discuss the development process of local-first apps, including leveraging web workers for optimal performance. The conversation also covers the Effect project, which aims to structure general business logic in TypeScript programming, and the benefits of observability in app development. Overall, the episode provides valuable insights into the evolving landscape of app development and the potential of local-first approaches.