Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats Supper Club × Ryan Florence of Remix
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Aug 4, 2023 Ryan Florence, the creator of React Router and Remix, discusses his journey in the React community while working at Shopify. He dives into the innovative features and challenges of Remix, including its upcoming V2 and how it plans to integrate React Server Components. Ryan also shares his experience quitting Twitter for mental wellness, highlighting the importance of community in tech. With a blend of humor and insightful anecdotes, he reflects on the quirks of coding and the evolving landscape of web development.
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Remix Licensing History
- Remix initially had a paid license, generating substantial revenue.
- The plan was always to open-source it and build additional paid services on top.
Open Source Dynamics
- Ryan Florence discusses how open source has changed, emphasizing the importance of big players' adoption.
- He recounts how Shopify acquired Remix after they built Hydrogen, a similar framework.
Quitting Twitter
- Ryan Florence quit Twitter due to negativity, preferring real-life interactions where he's perceived differently.
- His account was accidentally deleted after deactivation, resulting in a neutral emotional response.
