Local first Development

🔥 Be the ~14,700th person to join our super tasty newsletter https://bit.ly/syntax_snackpack Wes and Scott talk about local-first sync engines—why they matter, what makes apps feel fast, and which platforms stand out. From LiveStore to Convex to Instant DB, they break down the pros and cons of each and debate what the “next React” might look like in a local-first future. (00:00) - Welcome to Syntax! (01:52) - Intro to local data: what makes apps feel fast (05:08) - Could the next React be a local-first sync engine? (08:23) - LiveStore (18:01) - Zero Sync (21:58) - InstantDB (24:18) - Brought to you by Sentry.io (24:43) - Convex (27:54) - ElectricSQL (29:48) - PowerSync and PartyKit (30:51) - Choosing the right sync engine (40:34) - Sick Picks + Shameless Plugs All links available at https://syntax.fm/924 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Hit us up on Socials! Syntax: https://x.com/syntaxfm Scott: https://x.com/stolinski Wes: https://x.com/wesbos CJ: https://x.com/CodingGarden Randy: https://www.youtube.com/@randyrektor http://www.syntax.fm Brought to you by Sentry.io #webdevelopment #webdeveloper #javascript #syntax #syntaxfm #webdev