Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats 700: Payload is Rails for JS with TypeScript, React and Drizzle (James Mikrut)
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Dec 1, 2023 James Mikrut, the creator of Payload—a powerful open-source framework for building admin panels—joins the conversation to share his vision. He discusses how Payload goes beyond a traditional CMS, its integration with TypeScript and React, and why Drizzle was chosen for ORM. The discussion also covers Compression points in the JavaScript ecosystem, the promising features of Payload Cloud, and the ongoing challenges in open-source development. James offers valuable insights into enhancing web development while addressing the need for a Rails-like framework for JavaScript.
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Data Fetching
- For optimal performance, use Payload's local API for direct database access when server-side rendering is possible.
- This eliminates the overhead of HTTP requests involved with GraphQL or REST APIs.
Simplicity over Headless
- The trend toward headless architecture has introduced unnecessary complexity for many web development projects.
- James Mikrut advocates for simpler, unified deployments to reduce overhead and potential issues.
Server Components
- Initially skeptical of server components, James Mikrut realized their value for Payload in differentiating client and server code.
- This clarity simplifies development and prevents client-side bundling issues with Node.js APIs.