August 21st, 2024 × #node#javascript#typescript#webdev
NodeJS Evolves
Discussion on new Node.js features aligned with web standards and industry norms, including native TypeScript support, SQLite integration, dotenv support, and more.
In this episode of Syntax, Wes and Scott talk about the latest features in Node.js, including native support for TypeScript, .env parsing, a built-in test runner, watch mode, SQLite integration, glob support, and top-level await. They also discuss some wishlist items, and experimental features like WebSocket support and the require module.
Show Notes
- 00:00 Welcome to Syntax!
- 01:13 Brought to you by Sentry.io
- 01:37 Node.js new features
- 02:51 TypeScript
- 10:03 SQLite v22.5
- 14:35 .env support
- 16:24 Test runner
- 19:42 Watch Mode
- 21:22 Glob support
- 22:48 Top-Level Await
- 26:40 Experimental require module
- 29:39 Experimental WebSocket support
- 30:13 Async local storage
- 31:43 Single file executables
- 32:46 Wishlist
- 41:36 Twitter responses
- 46:54 Sick Picks + Shameless Plugs
Sick Picks
- Scott: Cascadia
- Wes: Roborock Qrevo
Shameless Plugs
- Scott: YouTube Channel
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