Compilers - The Next Frontier In Web Performance

Compilers - The Next Frontier In Web Performance

Explore the evolution and future of web performance optimization in this JSConf US 2018 talk. Delve into the world of compilers, tracing their history from early tools like Jasmine and Yui Compressor to modern solutions. Examine current challenges in JavaScript startup time and learn about innovative approaches such as Glimmer VM and Ember MVC. Discover the power of declarative templating, virtual machines, and WebAssembly in improving web application performance. Gain insights into domain-specific languages and their potential impact on web development. Understand how cutting-edge technologies like WebAssembly are being integrated into frameworks like Ember to push the boundaries of web performance.