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Revolutionizing Web Development: The Impact of Signals on Async JavaScript

1 hour 35 minutes Posted Jun 23, 2025 at 4:00 am.

Introduction to the Discussion02:00 - The Impact of Signals and SolidJS04:19 - Performance and React's Approach07:06 - The Shift in Frameworks and Performance29:09 - The Role of Open Source in Development37:13 - Balancing Work and Personal Life46:13 - Future Developments in Signals95:05 - Conclusion and ReflectionsLinks and ResourcesSignals 2.0 StreamThank you very much for listening! We are also pretty much on all social media platforms, so make sure to like and subscribe!Homepage - https://www.weeklybrew.dev/ BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/weeklybrew.devInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/weeklydevsbrew/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@weeklybrew.devYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theweeklydevsbrewLinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/company/the-weekly-dev-s-brew

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In this episode, join Jan-Niklas Wortmann and Ryan Carniato, creator of SolidJS and CEO of Signals, as they explore how signals are revolutionizing web development and reshaping JavaScript frameworks. Discover the ways SolidJS is competing with React through more than just superior performance, as well as the innovative features of Signals 2.0 and their potential impact on async JavaScript patterns and the broader framework landscape once again. Ryan shares insights from his career and open-source journey, discusses the evolution of async JavaScript patterns, and provides practical advice for developers navigating the fast-paced landscape of frontend technology. Whether you're a seasoned React developer expanding your toolkit or a tech enthusiast curious about the latest trends in web development, this conversation provides essential insights into the past, present, and future of JavaScript frameworks.Our Fantastic GuestRyan Carniato Ryan Carniato is the "CEO of Signals", JavaScript performance enthusiast and fine-grained reactivity superfan. He is the creator of the JavaScript framework SolidJS, and a Staff Engineer at Sentry, where he works on multiple open source projects to develop a better web.x (formerly twitter)Bluesky YouTubeChapters

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