The latest articles on DEV Community by andriy-shymkiv (@andriyshymkiv). https://dev.to/andriyshymkiv https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=90,height=90,fit=cover,gravity=auto,format=auto/https:%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Fuser%2Fprofile_image%2F3222326%2F43797f2f-bbea-4230-8dba-ed6ecbbee75f.png https://dev.to/andriyshymkiv en andriy-shymkiv Thu, 29 May 2025 13:40:37 +0000 https://dev.to/andriyshymkiv/upgrading-from-macbook-m1-2020-best-apple-laptop-for-large-frontend-projects-in-2025-3e2n https://dev.to/andriyshymkiv/upgrading-from-macbook-m1-2020-best-apple-laptop-for-large-frontend-projects-in-2025-3e2n <p>Hey folks!</p> <p>I’m a frontend developer currently using a MacBook Air M1 (2020), and while it’s been great for a while, it’s starting to struggle with large codebases and heavy workloads — particularly with modern web stacks (like React, Vite, TypeScript, and large monorepos).</p> <p>I’m planning to upgrade in mid-2025, and I’d love to get your input on which Apple laptop would be ideal for web development at scale.</p> <p>My key needs:</p> <ul> <li><p>Smooth performance with large codebases (multi-package monorepos, big builds)</p></li> <li><p>Frequent use of VSCode, Node.js, Docker, and browser dev tools</p></li> <li><p>Occasionally running multiple frontend apps simultaneously</p></li> <li><p>Good thermal management — M1 Air throttles under sustained load</p></li> <li><p>Prefer portability, but willing to go Pro if the performance jump is worth it</p></li> </ul> <p>I’m currently deciding between M4 Pro vs M4 Max, 14" vs 16", or maybe waiting for an M5 model later this year.</p> <p>Anyone using these for frontend dev in big projects? What would you recommend?</p> <p>Thanks a lot in advance!</p>