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Have You Heard of WebAssembly? You're about to go "🤯"!

WebAssembly (WASM) is definitely a hot topic these days, and for good reason. It's revolutionizing how we can build performant web applications. Here's a deeper dive into what WASM is and why it's so exciting for web developers:

What is WASM?

At its core, WASM is a portable binary code format. Think of it as a universal translator for code written in various languages. This means languages like C++, Rust, C#, and even AssemblyScript can be compiled into WASM, allowing them to run in web browsers alongside JavaScript.

Why is WASM a game-changer?

Here's the magic: WASM is designed to run near-native speeds, which is significantly faster than traditional JavaScript. This opens doors for building complex web applications that were previously unthinkable in the browser. Imagine running video editing tools, 3D games, or complex mathematical simulations directly in your web browser, all with smooth performance!

Benefits of WASM for Web Developers:

  • Unleash Performance: Build blazing-fast web applications that can compete with native desktop apps.
  • Code Reusability: Share code written in various languages across web and non-web environments.
  • Improved Security: WASM code runs in a sandboxed environment, enhancing overall web app security.
  • Integration with JavaScript: WASM modules can seamlessly interact with JavaScript, allowing for a hybrid approach.

Getting Started with WASM:

There's a growing ecosystem of tools and frameworks to help you get started with WASM development. Here are some resources to explore:

Remember: WASM is still a relatively new technology, but it's rapidly evolving. If you're looking to push the boundaries of web development and build high-performance applications, WASM is definitely worth exploring!
Sadly, there is no major support for Opera Browser yet:

WASM Supported Browsers


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FrontEndWebDeveloping

Thanks for the post @best_codes!

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Glad you enjoyed it!

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Jon Randy 🎖️

Is 7 years old 'relatively new'?

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It is relatively new. Major browser support only arrived in 2023.
It is only now becoming easy to use. 😊

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Jon Randy 🎖️

Chrome, Edge, Safari, Firefox, and Opera have supported WebAssembly since 2017

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