#1 Code Talks [JS Edition]
🎉 Top JavaScript Talks of 2024 You Can’t Miss! 🚀
Happy New Year 2025!
Welcome to the very first edition of my newsletter! 🎉 🎉 🎉. I'm thrilled to kick off this journey with you as we step into a brand-new year full of opportunities, learning, and growth. Whether you're a JavaScript enthusiast, developer, or someone simply curious about the ever-evolving world of tech, you're in the right place.
Why This Newsletter?
This newsletter is about sharing incredible knowledge and thought-provoking JavaScript talks from around the globe. These sessions offer insights into the future of programming, tools to enhance workflows, and ideas that deepen our understanding of JavaScript. The goal is simple: to inspire, inform, and keep us connected to this ever-evolving ecosystem.
Top Talks of 2024: (No Rankings)
1. The Ai-Assisted Developer Workflow by Addy Osmani (25 minutes, 17 seconds) *
This talk from JSNation US 2024 delves into how AI-powered tools are revolutionizing software development. Learn about techniques for rapid iteration, intelligent debugging, and crafting exceptional user experiences with the help of AI.
2. Understand the Next Phase of Web Development by Steve Sanderson (57 minutes, 49 seconds)
From NDC London 2024, this talk provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of web development in 2024. Discover rapid innovations in frameworks, build systems, and architectural patterns, and gain insights into the future direction of web development.
3. How to Teach CSS by Josh Comeau (46 minutes, 39 seconds)
In this talk, Josh Comeau explore some of the mental models and analogies that make CSS click, so you can upskill your JavaScript-focused peers and get them excited about CSS.
4. North Star by Rich Harris (22 minutes, 4 seconds)
In this talk, Rich Harris, the creator of Svelte, discusses the evolution of Svelte and its future direction. He emphasizes the importance of building software that is reliable, accessible, and delightful to use. He also shares his personal philosophy on web development.
5. Redefining Module Federation in 2024: Beyond Webpack by Zack Jackson (26 minutes, 48 seconds)
From CITYJS CONFERENCE, This talk discusses the evolution of Module Federation, including its redesign, new features, and the introduction of Zephyr, a new tool for managing and deploying Federation-based applications.
6. Reusable Widgets that Work! by Maria Lardo (23 minutes, 33 seconds)
Learn how to build accessible and reusable components in Vue.js with Maria Lardo. This talk covers best practices for creating accessible components like modals, accordions, and tabs, including ARIA attributes, keyboard interactions, and WCAG guidelines. Discover how to make your Vue.js components more inclusive and user-friendly for everyone.
7. AI and the Future of Testing by VueConf US 2024 (25 minutes, 41 seconds)
Jordan Pal, explores the potential of AI in revolutionizing software testing. He discusses the challenges and limitations of current AI-powered testing tools, such as test generation and conversion. Jordan also shares his vision for the future of testing, where AI could play a crucial role in improving test quality, accessibility, and overall application health.
8. 10 Years of Independent OSS: A Retrospective by Evan You (24 minutes, 16 seconds)
This insightful talk from JSNation 2024 is a retrospective of Evan You’s 10 years of work on open-source software, including Vue.js and Vite. Gain valuable insights from the creator of Vue.js on his journey and the future of open-source development.
9. React for Two Computers by Dan Abramov (28 minutes, 56 seconds)
This talk from React Conf explores how React Server Components can be used to build applications that span multiple computers. Learn about the potential of this groundbreaking technology and its implications for the future of web development.
10. React Compiler Deep Dive by Mofei Zhang & Sathya Gunasekaran (31 minutes, 8 seconds)
This talk by Mofei Zhang and Sathya Gunasekaran at React Conf explore how the compiler optimizes your React code by understanding the rules of React and applying memoization techniques. This talk provides a fascinating look at the inner workings of the React compiler and how it helps you build faster and more efficient React applications.
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